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Museu Regional de Beja
Beja’s main museum inside a former convent, with archaeology, painting, sacred art, and notable architecture. The city’s key cultural visit.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 15 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Castelo Branco to Beja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Beja will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Castelo Branco to Beja, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 7 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 8 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Beja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 126 miles (204 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$24 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price |
5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castelo Branco to Beja:
A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castelo Branco to Beja costing on average $25.
Other travel options to Beja take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 32m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Beja buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
33+ 94 | 10:00 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h25 | 4:25 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
94+ 35 | 10:30 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h55 | 4:25 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
34+ 98 | 11:30 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h00 | 6:30 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33 · 98 | 12:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h10 | 6:40 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 98 | 1:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h25 | 7:55 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h15 | 6:30 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 transfersDirect | |
33+ 85 | 2:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h30 | 8:00 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 98 | 4:00 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
33+ 98 | 6:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h45 | 12:15 AM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 12h40 | 7:30 AM Beja, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Castelo Branco to Beja run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 but you can travel from only $4 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 15m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
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Discover the best of Beja — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Beja trip today.
Beja’s main museum inside a former convent, with archaeology, painting, sacred art, and notable architecture. The city’s key cultural visit.
Small Visigothic-era museum and church space showing rare early medieval heritage. A distinctive stop for art and history enthusiasts.
Archaeology-focused museum area presenting finds from Beja’s Roman and earlier past. Useful for understanding the city beneath today’s streets.
Traditional neighborhood fabric around religious and historic buildings, rewarding slow walks with authentic Alentejo urban character.
Beja’s main square framed by civic buildings and cafés nearby. A natural base for walking, people-watching, and orienting yourself in the center.
Leafy public garden near the center, suited to relaxing breaks, short walks, and family time between visits to Beja’s historic attractions.
A rich Alentejo bread soup with poached egg, garlic, coriander, olive oil and often cod. It is one of the region’s signature comfort dishes.
Slow-cooked lamb stew with potatoes, onion, garlic and herbs. A festive Alentejo specialty linked to pastoral traditions around Beja.
Marinated pork fried with local spices and served with potatoes. It is a classic Alentejo home-style dish, hearty and deeply traditional.
Traditional Alentejo restaurant known for regional meat dishes, local wines and a rustic atmosphere popular with both residents and visitors.
Well-regarded local spot serving classic Portuguese and Alentejo dishes in a relaxed setting, often praised for generous portions.
Established restaurant in a refined setting with regional cuisine, careful presentation and a stronger wine focus than casual taverns.
Beja is cheaper than Lisbon and the Algarve, with lower hotel, dining, and local transport costs for most travelers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis can be rounded up; cafés usually just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Beja by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Beja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Castelo Branco to Beja buses use the Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário to Beja, Terminal Rodoviário station pair. Use this guide to compare Castelo Branco and Beja bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Beja, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário. ATMs are available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário.
Ticket office support is available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário.
Available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beja, Terminal Rodoviário: The station provides basic accessibility features for disabled passengers.
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