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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Castelo Branco is to train and bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Castelo Branco is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Castelo Branco?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Castelo Branco. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Castelo Branco via Bilbao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Castelo Branco?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Castelo Branco. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Castelo Branco via Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz and Abrantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 21m.

How far is it from Santander to Castelo Branco?

The distance between Santander and Castelo Branco is 634 km. The road distance is 608.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Castelo Branco without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 7m and costs €50 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 9h 7m to get from Santander to Castelo Branco, including transfers.

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

Santander to Castelo Branco bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

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

Santander to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Castelo Branco?

The best way to get from Santander to Castelo Branco is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €180 and takes 15h 21m.

Where does the Santander to Castelo Branco bus arrive?

Santander to Castelo Branco bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

What is the time difference between Santander and Castelo Branco?

Castelo Branco is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 11:16 PM in Santander and 10:16 PM in Castelo Branco.

Where does the Santander to Castelo Branco train arrive?

Santander to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Castelo Branco?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Castelo Branco is 608 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Santander to Castelo Branco.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Castelo Branco?

There are 79+ hotels available in Castelo Branco.

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

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

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 Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco
9h 7m
€50–94
Train, bus via Salamanca
1. Take the train from Santander to ValladolidAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Valladolid to SalamancaAlv / ...
3. Take the bus from Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco
10h 3m
€55–111
Drive 608.5 km
1. Drive from Santander to Castelo Branco608.5 km
5h 49m
€96–139
Fly Santander Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar, bus
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)SDR - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Guarda
3. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes da Guarda to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco
8h 37m
€327–507
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao IntermodalAlsa
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Castelo BrancoFlixBus N763 / ...
10h 45m
€58–85
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to BadajozAlv
3. Take the train from Badajoz to AbrantesRe
4. Take the train from Abrantes to Castelo BrancoIc / ...
15h 21m
€87–174
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)BIO - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Branco
9h 38m
€59–226

Santander to Castelo Branco by train, foot, and bus

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9h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 634.1 km
Duration: 9h 7m

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Castelo Branco, Portugal?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Castelo Branco via Bilbao Intermodal and Bilbao in around 10h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Castelo Branco via Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz, and Abrantes in around 15h 21m.

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