The cheapest and fastest coaches from Porto to Castelo Branco
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
3 h 5 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Buses per day
21
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Porto 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 Porto to Castelo Branco will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 21 buses that leave Porto for Castelo Branco every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Porto to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £12.
Distance: 175 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £24 Average Price |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Live departures
Porto to Castelo Branco bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Castelo Branco coaches for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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11 · 30 | 08:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h40 | 11:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h40 | 13:10 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
65+ 79 | 09:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h35 | 14:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 09:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h15 | 12:45 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h35 | 14:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 14:35 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
11 · 30 | 12:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h40 | 15:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h15 | 16:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
15+ 79 | 13:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h25 | 18:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
49+ 79 | 13:35 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 4h50 | 18:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:50 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h30 | 17:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
27+ 35 | 14:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 6h50 | 20:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 18:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h05 | 17:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
15+ 30 | 14:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 18:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
72 · 30 | 15:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h40 | 18:40 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
52 · 30 | 15:35 Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) | 3h45 | 19:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:50 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 3h30 | 19:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h25 | 20:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h05 | 19:20 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h15 | 20:00 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
14+ 79 | 18:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h50 | 22:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h35 | 22:50 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
10+ 79 | 19:05 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h20 | 00:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
10 · 79 | 19:10 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h15 | 00:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h00 | 23:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 00:25 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
11 · 65 | 21:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h15 | 02:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h45 | 02:15 Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Porto to Castelo Branco
Buses from Porto to Castelo Branco run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 175 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 175 km |
Average bus duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Rede Expressos, Citi Express, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar from Porto to Castelo BrancoYou can travel by bus between Porto to Castelo Branco with Rede Expressos, Citi Express, FlixBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Porto to Castelo Branco coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Castelo Branco, Terminal Rodoviário, located 0.4 miles (602 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Porto and Castelo Branco
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetaria Terminal (in the station)
- Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km)
- Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 205, 206, 207 Metro: A, B, C, E Train: Urban, Regional
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