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Museu Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior
Museum of embroidery, sacred art and decorative pieces inside the former episcopal palace, central to understanding local culture.
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
8 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 9 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
329 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid 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 Madrid to Castelo Branco will cost around £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Madrid to Castelo Branco you need to make at least one change.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 6h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 329 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£35 Average Price Cheapest | £75 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration Fastest 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 38m Average total duration 18h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Castelo Branco coaches for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Supra Economy · Normal | 20:30 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 14h35 | 10:05 Castelo Branco, Rua Rodrigo Rebelo / Rua do Saibreiro | 1 change | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 20:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 14h20 | 10:05 Castelo Branco, Rua Rodrigo Rebelo / Rua do Saibreiro | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 11h55 | 10:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 11h25 | 10:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h55 | 17:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 8h20 | 17:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
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Buses from Madrid to Castelo Branco run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 329 km distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 329 km |
Average bus duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Discover the best of Castelo Branco — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castelo Branco trip today.
Museum of embroidery, sacred art and decorative pieces inside the former episcopal palace, central to understanding local culture.
Compact museum dedicated to the Cargaleiro collection, showing colourful ceramics and paintings by one of Portugal’s best-known artists.
Contemporary interpretation centre presenting local embroidery traditions through displays that explain craft techniques and symbolism.
Formal Baroque garden with ponds, statues and terraces, ideal for a relaxed walk and one of the city’s most memorable spaces.
Green hillside park with walking paths and viewpoints, offering a quieter local favourite away from the most visited monuments.
Main civic square lined with public buildings and everyday city life, a practical base for exploring the historic centre on foot.
A rich festive goat or lamb stew baked slowly in a clay pot with wine, garlic and herbs. A hallmark dish of Beira Baixa family celebrations.
Tender kid goat roasted in the oven with potatoes, garlic and olive oil. A classic Sunday and feast dish in inland central Portugal.
Slow-cooked lamb or goat offal stew, traditionally made after slaughter days. It is deeply linked to rural cooking traditions in Beira Baixa.
Traditional restaurant known for regional meat dishes, local cheeses and a straightforward atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Established dining room serving Portuguese classics and regional specialities with a more polished feel suited to a longer meal.
Well-known casual spot for Beira-style cooking, grilled meats and generous portions in an unfussy local setting.
More affordable than Lisbon or Porto, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices and low local transport costs for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis are often rounded up.
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Terminal Rodoviário, Castelo Branco -> Praça do Município, Castelo Branco
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

Most Madrid to Castelo Branco buses use the Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário station pair, with some services arriving at Castelo Branco, Rua Rodrigo Rebelo / Rua do Saibreiro. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Castelo Branco bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km), La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses.
Available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) is 12 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Rodilla, Mahoudrid
ATMs are aTMs located throughout T4, major cards accepted .
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid).
Available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid): Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets.
Madrid, Avenida de América is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid, Avenida de América has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km), La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and on the second floor.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid, Avenida de América.
Available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid, Avenida de América: Elevators, ramps.
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