The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coimbra to Castelo Branco
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
90 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coimbra to Castelo Branco is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Castelo Branco will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 9 buses that leave Coimbra for Castelo Branco every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 90 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Coimbra to Castelo Branco
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 90 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£4 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coimbra to Castelo Branco bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Castelo Branco coaches for today, Friday 27 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h00 | 17:30 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
27+ 35 | 15:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 5h20 | 20:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h10 | 18:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
26 · 79 | 17:00 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 5h50 | 22:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 1h50 | 19:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1h50 | 20:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h25 | 20:55 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h00 | 21:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
24 · 79 | 19:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 3h45 | 23:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h10 | 23:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h10 | 11:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
70 · 79 | 10:45 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 3h50 | 14:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1h50 | 12:45 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:25 Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 1h50 | 16:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
21 · 79 | 14:30 Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 3h55 | 18:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coimbra to Castelo Branco
Buses from Coimbra to Castelo Branco run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 90 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 90 km |
Average bus duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 01:15 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Rodonotre from Coimbra to Castelo BrancoYou can travel by bus between Coimbra to Castelo Branco with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, Citi Express, Rodonotre for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Coimbra to Castelo Branco coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Castelo Branco by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Castelo Branco, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Citi Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Space for wheelchairs.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Citi Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Citi Express
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Citi Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Citi Express
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coimbra and Castelo Branco
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Eatery (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-A
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
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