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Museu dos Biscainhos
A decorative arts museum in an 18th-century palace with period interiors, gardens, and collections illustrating aristocratic life in Braga.
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
208 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Castelo Branco to Braga 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 Braga will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 16 buses that leave Castelo Branco for Braga on Fri, Jul 10, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 208 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.







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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Braga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $18.
Distance: 129 miles (208 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Castelo Branco to Braga:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Castelo Branco to Braga costing on average $32 (€27).
Other travel options to Braga take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 52m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $77 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $66 (€54). The journey takes 4h 29m versus 3h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Citi Express, Rede Expressos, Rodonotre.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rodonotre | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Citi Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Braga buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h30 | 6:00 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
34 · 78 | 1:20 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h15 | 8:35 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
9 · 11 · 53 | 2:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h00 | 9:30 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 7:50 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
34 · 78 | 2:35 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h00 | 8:35 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h50 | 10:05 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h30 | 11:00 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 PM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h30 | 12:20 AM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
![]() | 6:30 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h45 | 12:15 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
9+ 11 | 7:30 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h10 | 1:40 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h15 | 12:50 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h30 | 1:15 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 4h10 | 12:25 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
79+ 49 | 9:00 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h10 | 3:10 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 5h55 | 2:55 PM Braga, Central de Camionagem | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Castelo Branco to Braga run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 129 miles (208 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 129 miles (208 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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A broad central avenue lined with shops, cafés, and civic buildings, useful for strolling and getting a feel for modern Braga.
The city’s main square and social hub, surrounded by historic buildings and fountains and ideal as a starting point for exploring Braga.
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A rich convent-style caramel pudding created in the Braga area, traditionally made with egg yolks, sugar and a little bacon fat for its distinctive texture and flavor.
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Generally cheaper than Lisbon and Porto. Food and local transport are good value, while central hotels can cost more in peak season.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Tip small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Braga 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 Braga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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