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

The cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Castelo Branco is to bus which costs €1 - €15 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coimbra to Castelo Branco is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbra and Castelo Branco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Coimbra and Castelo Branco?

No, there is no direct train from Coimbra to Castelo Branco. However, there are services departing from Coimbra-B and arriving at Castelo Branco via Entroncamento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Coimbra to Castelo Branco?

The distance between Coimbra and Castelo Branco is 141 km. The road distance is 137.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Coimbra to Castelo Branco without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €1 - €15.

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

The bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs every two hours.

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

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

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

Coimbra to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Coimbra-B station.

Train or bus from Coimbra to Castelo Branco?

The best way to get from Coimbra to Castelo Branco is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €1 - €15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €55 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Coimbra to Castelo Branco bus arrive?

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

Where does the Coimbra to Castelo Branco train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coimbra to Castelo Branco?

Yes, the driving distance between Coimbra to Castelo Branco is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Coimbra to Castelo Branco.

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

Book your Coimbra to Castelo Branco train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Coimbra to Castelo Branco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Castelo Branco?

There are 78+ hotels available in Castelo Branco.

Coimbra to Castelo Branco - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Coimbra to Castelo Branco 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
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1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus 30 | Coimbra / ...
2h 10m
€1–15
Train
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Entroncamentotrain Re / ...
2. Take the train from Entroncamento to Castelo Brancotrain Ic / ...
4h 26m
€10–52
Drive 137.7 km
1. Drive from Coimbra to Castelo Brancocar 137.7 km
1h 39m
€22–31

Coimbra to Castelo Branco by bus

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Distance: 141.1 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

Rede Expressos operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco every 3 hours. Tickets cost €1–12 and the journey takes 2h 10m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Coimbra-B to Castelo Branco via Entroncamento in around 4h 26m.

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