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 €12 - €20 and takes 4h 27m.

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 26m and costs €20 - €30.

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 Guarda and Vilar Formoso - CP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Castelo Branco to Almeida?

The distance between Castelo Branco and Almeida is 158 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 and line 1309 bus which takes 4h 17m and costs €11 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 and line 1309 bus which takes 4h 17m and costs €11 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €18 - €40 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Castelo Branco to Almeida bus arrive?

Castelo Branco to Almeida bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Guarda 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 26m to drive from Castelo Branco to Almeida.

Where can I stay near Almeida?

There are 65+ hotels available in Almeida.

Castelo Branco to Almeida - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 1309 bus

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, line 1309 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Castelo Branco to Guardabus
2. Take the bus from Guarda to Vilar Formosobus
3. Take the bus from Vilar Formoso - CP to Almeidabus
4h 17m
€12–21
Train
1. Take the train from Castelo Branco to Guardatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Guarda to Vilar Formosotrain Re
4h 49m
€18–37
Drive 134.9 km
1. Drive from Castelo Branco to Almeidacar 134.9 km
1h 26m
€21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castelo Branco to Vilar Formosobus FlixBus N1155
4h 27m
€12–20

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castelo Branco to Almeida.

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Distance: 158.3 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Castelo Branco to Almeida via Guarda, Vilar Formoso, and Vilar Formoso - CP in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castelo Branco to Almeida via Guarda, Vilar Formoso, and Vilar Formoso - CP in around 4h 49m.

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