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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Castelo Branco
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Castelo Branco is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Castelo Branco will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Porto to Castelo Branco without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 730 · R 5623 · R 25623 · R 556238:45 AM5h40Porto - Campanhã2:25 PMRetaxo$321One-way3 transfers- IC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 256238:45 AM5h44Porto - Campanhã2:29 PMBenquerencas$331One-way3 transfers
- IC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 256238:45 AM5h51Porto - Campanhã2:36 PMCastelo Branco station$331One-way3 transfers
- IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 256255:45 PM4h43Porto - Campanhã10:28 PMRetaxo$341One-way3 transfers
- IC 520 · IC 541 · IC 115416:45 AM4h30Porto - Campanhã11:15 AMCastelo Branco station$341One-way2 transfers
- IC 520 · IC 541 · IC 115416:45 AM4h30Porto - Campanhã11:15 AMCastelo Branco station$341One-way2 transfers
- IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 115455:45 PM4h30Porto - Campanhã10:15 PMCastelo Branco station$341One-way2 transfers
- IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 256255:45 PM4h43Porto - Campanhã10:28 PMRetaxo$341One-way3 transfers
- IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 256255:45 PM4h47Porto - Campanhã10:32 PMBenquerencas$341One-way3 transfers
- IC 520 · R 481 · IC 105416:45 AM4h50Porto - Campanhã11:35 AMCastelo Branco station$441One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Porto to Castelo Branco
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $16.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Castelo Branco:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Castelo Branco costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Castelo Branco take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 13m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $62 (€51) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 4h 13m versus 2h 40m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Porto to Castelo Branco train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Castelo Branco trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 720 · IC 543 · IC 11543 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 720 · R 485 · IC 10543 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h47 | 4:32 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 720 · R 485 · IC 10543 · R 25624 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h54 | 6:39 PM Retaxo | 3 transfers | |
| IC 720 · IC 10543 · R 485 · R 25624 | 10:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h51 | 6:36 PM Benquerencas | 3 transfers | |
| IC 722 · R 5601 · R 45601 · R 25601 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h33 | 8:18 PM Retaxo | 3 transfers | |
| IC 722 · R 5601 · R 45601 · R 25601 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h44 | 8:29 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 722 · R 5601 · R 45601 · R 25601 | 2:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h37 | 8:22 PM Benquerencas | 3 transfers | |
| AP 124 · R 4516 · IC 545 · IC 11545 | 4:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h35 | 10:15 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| AP 124 · R 4516 · IC 545 · IC 10545 | 4:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h52 | 10:32 PM Benquerencas | 4 transfers | |
| R 4516 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 25625 | 4:40 PM Porto - Campanhã | 5h48 | 10:28 PM Retaxo | 4 transfers | |
| IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 11545 | 5:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 4h30 | 10:15 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 25625 | 5:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 4h47 | 10:32 PM Benquerencas | 3 transfers | |
| IC 620 · IC 545 · IC 10545 · R 25625 | 5:45 PM Porto - Campanhã | 4h43 | 10:28 PM Retaxo | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
| R 3400 · R 481 · IC 11541 | 1:08 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h07 | 11:15 AM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| R 3400 · R 5621 · IC 11541 | 1:08 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h07 | 11:15 AM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| R 3400 · R 5623 · IC 11543 | 1:08 AM Porto - Campanhã | 15h04 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| AP 180 · R 4506 · R 485 · IC 11545 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 16h35 | 10:15 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| AP 180 · R 4506 · R 485 · IC 11543 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h32 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| AP 180 · R 4506 · R 5623 · IC 11543 | 5:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 10h32 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 520 · R 481 · IC 10541 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 4h50 | 11:35 AM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 520 · IC 541 · IC 11543 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 520 · R 5623 · IC 11543 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 520 · IC 541 · IC 11541 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 4h30 | 11:15 AM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 520 · R 485 · IC 11543 | 6:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 9h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| AP 128 · IC 510 · R 5601 · IC 11545 | 7:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 14h35 | 10:15 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| AP 128 · IC 510 · R 5623 · IC 11543 | 7:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h32 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| AP 128 · IC 510 · R 485 · IC 11543 | 7:40 AM Porto - Campanhã | 8h32 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 25623 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h40 | 2:25 PM Retaxo | 3 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 25623 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h51 | 2:36 PM Castelo Branco station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 5623 · R 55623 · R 25623 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 5h44 | 2:29 PM Benquerencas | 3 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 5601 · IC 11545 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 13h30 | 10:15 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 5623 · IC 11543 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 730 · R 485 · IC 11543 | 8:45 AM Porto - Campanhã | 7h27 | 4:12 PM Castelo Branco station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Castelo Branco
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Trains from Porto to Castelo Branco run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€14) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 4h 18m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€14) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 1:08 AM |
Last train 8:04 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Porto to Castelo Branco
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Castelo Branco by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castelo Branco, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Porto to Castelo Branco
Most Porto to Castelo Branco trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Castelo Branco station pair, with some services arriving at Benquerencas. Use this guide to compare Porto and Castelo Branco train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do trains to Castelo Branco leave from?
Getting to Porto - Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã train station facilities and services
Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Getting to Porto - Sao Bento from Porto city centre
Porto - Sao Bento train station facilities and services
Porto - Sao Bento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
Getting to Contumil from Porto city centre
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Contumil train station facilities and services
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
Which Castelo Branco station do trains from Porto arrive at?
Getting to Castelo Branco from Castelo Branco city centre
Castelo Branco train station facilities and services
Castelo Branco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Pinguim, Restaurante O Lagarto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Castelo Branco. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Castelo Branco. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Castelo Branco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Castelo Branco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Castelo Branco: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainha D. Amélia, Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo, Hotel Império do Rei.
Getting to Benquerencas from Castelo Branco city centre
Benquerencas is 7 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Getting to Retaxo from Castelo Branco city centre
Retaxo is 10 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Retaxo train station facilities and services
Retaxo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Retaxo.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Retaxo.
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