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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Castelo Branco is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 16h 10m.

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 50m 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 and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco via Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 10m.

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 €45 - €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 FlixBus, depart from Santander 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 train which takes 15h 21m and costs €65 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 16h 10m.

Where does the Santander to Castelo Branco bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Santander and Castelo Branco?

Castelo Branco is 1h behind Santander. It is currently 4:56 PM in Santander and 3:56 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 50m 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 76+ 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 Valladolidtrain Alv / ...
2. Take the bus from Valladolid to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus
9h 7m
€47–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santander to Bragabus FlixBus 783
2. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus 79 | Braga / ...
16h 10m
€36–73
Train, bus via Salamanca
1. Take the train from Santander to Valladolidtrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Valladolid to Salamancatrain Alv / ...
3. Take the bus from Salamanca to Castelo Brancobus
9h 41m
€41–144
Drive 608.5 km
1. Drive from Santander to Castelo Brancocar 608.5 km
5h 50m
€96–138
Fly Santander Airport to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, towncar, bus
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane SDR - OPO
2. Take a town car from Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro to Guardatowncar
3. Take the bus from Centro Coordenador de Transportes da Guarda to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus
8h 37m
€324–446
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Badajoztrain Alv
3. Take the train from Badajoz to Abrantestrain Re
4. Take the train from Abrantes to Castelo Brancotrain Ic / ...
15h 21m
€67–170
Bus to Bilbao Airport, fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodalbus
2. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane BIO - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Brancotrain
9h 38m
€49–217

Santander to Castelo Branco by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

9h 7mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Santander to Castelo Branco.

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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 train from Santander to Castelo Branco via Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz, and Abrantes in around 15h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santander to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco via Centro Coordenador de Transportes de Braga in around 16h 10m.

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