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

The cheapest way to get from Pau to Castelo Branco is to train and bus via Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco which costs €70 - €140 and takes 13h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pau to Castelo Branco is to drive which takes 8h 7m and costs €130 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Pau and Castelo Branco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pau and arriving at Castelo Branco. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Pau to Castelo Branco?

The distance between Pau and Castelo Branco is 876 km. The road distance is 855.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pau to Castelo Branco without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 20m to get from Pau to Castelo Branco, including transfers.

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

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

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

Pau to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pau station.

Train or bus from Pau to Castelo Branco?

The best way to get from Pau to Castelo Branco is to train which takes 21h 57m and costs €250 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Pau to Castelo Branco bus arrive?

Pau to Castelo Branco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Castelo Branco station.

What is the time difference between Pau and Castelo Branco?

Castelo Branco is 1h behind Pau. It is currently 2:31 AM in Pau and 1:31 AM in Castelo Branco.

Where does the Pau to Castelo Branco train arrive?

Pau to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Toulouse Matabiau station.

Can I drive from Pau to Castelo Branco?

Yes, the driving distance between Pau to Castelo Branco is 855 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Pau to Castelo Branco.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Castelo Branco?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castelo Branco.

Pau to Castelo Branco - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct train between Pau and Castelo Branco?

No, there is no direct train from Pau to Castelo Branco. However, there are services departing from Pau and arriving at Castelo Branco via Toulouse Matabiau, Narbonne, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz and Abrantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 57m.

There are 7 ways to get from Pau to Castelo Branco by train, bus, train (TGV, Renfe), car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Pau to Bayonnetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps to Castelo Brancobus Paris
12h 20m
Train, bus via Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pau to Bayonnetrain Ter / ...
2. Take the bus from Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stop to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus BlaBlaCar Bus
13h 55m
€73–131
Train
1. Take the train from Pau to Toulouse Matabiautrain Ter
2. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Narbonnetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Narbonne to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain
4. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Badajoztrain Alv
5. Take the train from Badajoz to Abrantestrain Re
6. Take the train from Abrantes to Castelo Brancotrain Ic / ...
21h 57m
€252–394
Drive 855.3 km
1. Drive from Pau to Castelo Brancocar 855.3 km
8h 7m
€138–199
Train to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Pau to Toulouse Matabiautrain
2. Fly from Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane TLS - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Brancotrain
10h 59m
€117–359
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pau to Castelo Brancobus FlixBus N1155
14h 5m
€75–120
Train to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Pau to Bordeaux St Jeantrain
2. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane BOD - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Brancotrain
11h
€106–378

Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) flights

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2h 49mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pau to Castelo Branco.

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Distance: 875.6 km
Duration: 12h 20m

What companies run services between Pau, France and Castelo Branco, Portugal?

You can take a train from Pau to Castelo Branco via Toulouse Matabiau, Narbonne, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, and Abrantes in around 21h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Pau to Castelo Branco 3 times a week. Tickets cost €75–120 and the journey takes 14h 5m.

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