The cheapest and fastest trains from Castelo Branco to Lisbon
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castelo Branco to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Castelo Branco to Lisbon will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Castelo Branco to Lisbon you need to make at least one change.
R 25620 · R 35620 · R 5620 · R 442210:064h59Castelo Branco station15:05Lisbon - Oriente£191One-way3 changes
R 25600 · R 35600 · R 56004:524h19Castelo Branco station9:11Lisbon - Oriente£191One-way2 changes
R 25620 · R 35620 · R 5620 · R 442210:065h07Castelo Branco station15:13Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£191One-way3 changes
R 25600 · R 35600 · R 56004:524h28Castelo Branco station9:20Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£191One-way2 changes
IC 11542 · IC 54215:322h48Castelo Branco station18:20Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£201One-way1 change
IC 11540 · IC 5408:322h41Castelo Branco station11:13Lisbon - Oriente£201One-way1 change
IC 11542 · IC 54215:322h41Castelo Branco station18:13Lisbon - Oriente£201One-way1 change
IC 11542 · IC 54215:322h48Castelo Branco station18:20Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£201One-way1 change
IC 11540 · IC 5408:322h48Castelo Branco station11:20Lisboa - Santa Apolonia£201One-way1 change
IC 11544 · IC 54419:522h48Castelo Branco station22:40Lisbon - Oriente£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Castelo Branco to Lisbon
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Lisbon 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 50m. 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 £3, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 187 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Castelo Branco to Lisbon train times
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Lisbon trains for today, Thursday 9 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 11540 · IC 540 | 7:32 Castelo Branco station | 2h48 | 10:20 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
IC 11540 · IC 540 | 7:32 Castelo Branco station | 2h41 | 10:13 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
R 25620 · R 35620 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 9:06 Castelo Branco station | 5h07 | 14:13 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 3 changes | |
R 25620 · R 35620 · R 5620 · R 4422 | 9:06 Castelo Branco station | 4h59 | 14:05 Lisbon - Oriente | 3 changes | |
IC 10542 · IC 542 | 14:12 Castelo Branco station | 3h01 | 17:13 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
IC 10542 · IC 542 | 14:12 Castelo Branco station | 3h08 | 17:20 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
IC 11542 · IC 542 | 14:32 Castelo Branco station | 2h48 | 17:20 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
IC 11542 · IC 542 | 14:32 Castelo Branco station | 2h41 | 17:13 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
IC 11544 · IC 544 | 18:52 Castelo Branco station | 2h58 | 21:50 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 1 change | |
IC 11544 · IC 544 | 18:52 Castelo Branco station | 2h48 | 21:40 Lisbon - Oriente | 1 change | |
R 25600 · R 35600 · R 5600 | 3:52 Castelo Branco station | 4h19 | 8:11 Lisbon - Oriente | 2 changes | |
R 25600 · R 35600 · R 5600 | 3:52 Castelo Branco station | 4h28 | 8:20 Lisboa - Santa Apolonia | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Castelo Branco to Lisbon
Trains from Castelo Branco to Lisbon run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 20:04 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Castelo Branco to Lisbon trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Castelo Branco and Lisbon from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Castelo Branco to Lisbon train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Lisbon by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lisbon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Castelo Branco and Lisbon
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Avenida Nuno Álvares.
- Restaurante Pinguim
- Restaurante O Lagarto
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainha D. Amélia
- Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo
- Hotel Império do Rei
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
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