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

The cheapest way to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos is to bus which costs €23 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Castelo Branco and Barcelos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Barcelos. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Castelo Branco and Barcelos?

No, there is no direct train from Castelo Branco to Barcelos. However, there are services departing from Castelo Branco and arriving at Barcelos via Entroncamento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Castelo Branco to Barcelos?

The distance between Castelo Branco and Barcelos is 312 km. The road distance is 307.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos without a car is to bus and towncar which takes 4h 54m and costs €80 - €90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos, including transfers.

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

Castelo Branco to Barcelos bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco station.

Where do I catch the Castelo Branco to Barcelos train from?

Castelo Branco to Barcelos train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Castelo Branco station.

Train or bus from Castelo Branco to Barcelos?

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Castelo Branco to Barcelos bus arrive?

Castelo Branco to Barcelos bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Barcelos station.

Where does the Castelo Branco to Barcelos train arrive?

Castelo Branco to Barcelos train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Entroncamento station.

Can I drive from Castelo Branco to Barcelos?

Yes, the driving distance between Castelo Branco to Barcelos is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Castelo Branco to Barcelos.

How do I get a train ticket from Castelo Branco to Barcelos?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Castelo Branco to Barcelos?

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Where can I stay near Barcelos?

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Castelo Branco to Barcelos - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, towncar, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Castelo Branco to Barcelos by bus, towncar, 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, towncar
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Porto1024
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Barcelos
4h 54m
€80–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Terminal Rodoviário de Barcelos65 | Castelo Branco
5h 30m
€23
Train
1. Take the train from Castelo Branco to EntroncamentoIc / ...
2. Take the train from Entroncamento to BarcelosIc
5h 45m
€30–53
Drive 307.4 km
1. Drive from Castelo Branco to Barcelos307.4 km
3h 25m
€48–69
Bus, towncar via Guarda
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Centro Coordenador de Transportes da Guarda
2. Take a town car from Guarda to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro
3. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Barcelos
5h 33m
€337–342

Castelo Branco to Barcelos by train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 312.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Castelo Branco to Barcelos via Entroncamento in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Terminal Rodoviário de Barcelos once a week. Tickets cost €23 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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