What is the cheapest way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

The cheapest way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida is to bus which costs €13 - €22 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

The fastest way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Castelo Branco and Almeida?

No, there is no direct bus from Castelo Branco to Almeida. However, there are services departing from Castelo Branco and arriving at Almeida via Vilar Formoso - CP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

The distance between Castelo Branco and Almeida is 160 km. The road distance is 134.9 km.

How do I travel from Castelo Branco to Almeida without a car?

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs €13 - €22.

How long does it take to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castelo Branco to Almeida bus from?

Castelo Branco to Almeida bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Castelo Branco station.

Train or bus from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs €13 - €22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Castelo Branco to Almeida bus arrive?

Castelo Branco to Almeida bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vilar Formoso station.

Can I drive from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

Yes, the driving distance between Castelo Branco to Almeida is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Castelo Branco to Almeida.

Where can I stay near Almeida?

There are 61+ hotels available in Almeida.

Castelo Branco to Almeida - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castelo Branco to Vilar FormosoFlixBus N1155
3h 57m
€13–21
Train
1. Take the train from Castelo Branco to GuardaIc
2. Take the train from Guarda to Vilar FormosoRe
4h 52m
€14–19
Drive 134.9 km
1. Drive from Castelo Branco to Almeida134.9 km
1h 25m
€22–31
Bus via Fundão
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Terminal Rodoviário do Fundão33 | Lisboa / ...
2. Take the bus from Fundão to Vilar FormosoFlixBus N1155
4h 54m
€18–23

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 160.1 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Castelo Branco, Portugal and Almeida, Portugal?

FlixBus operates a bus from Castelo Branco to Vilar Formoso 6 times a week. Tickets cost €13–19 and the journey takes 2h 25m. ALSA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castelo Branco to Almeida via Guarda, Vilar Formoso, and Vilar Formoso - CP in around 4h 52m.

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