- Must visit
Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves
Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Castelo Branco to Porto 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 Porto will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
To travel from Castelo Branco to Porto you need to make at least 2 changes.
R 5671 · R 5683 · R 5402 · R 4615
R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404 · R 4627
R 25623 · R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404
R 25623 · R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404
IC 11544 · IC 544 · IC 529
IC 11540 · IC 540 · IC 721
IC 10540 · IC 540 · IC 721
IC 11542 · IC 542 · IC 731
IC 11544 · IC 544 · IC 529
IC 10544 · IC 544 · IC 529Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Castelo Branco to Porto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 36m. 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 £4, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 175 km
| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Castelo Branco to Porto trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · R 5620 | 4:52 Castelo Branco station | 13h51 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · R 482 | 4:52 Castelo Branco station | 13h51 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25600 · R 55600 · R 5600 · IC 540 | 4:52 Castelo Branco station | 9h51 | 14:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 5671 · R 5683 · R 5402 · R 4615 | 6:49 Castelo Branco station | 7h50 | 14:39 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
IC 10540 · IC 540 · IC 721 | 8:12 Castelo Branco station | 4h31 | 12:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 10540 · R 482 · IC 523 | 8:12 Castelo Branco station | 10h31 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 10540 · IC 523 · R 5620 | 8:12 Castelo Branco station | 10h31 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 10540 · IC 731 · R 482 | 8:12 Castelo Branco station | 12h31 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11540 · IC 540 · IC 721 | 8:32 Castelo Branco station | 4h11 | 12:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11540 · R 5620 · IC 523 | 8:32 Castelo Branco station | 10h11 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11540 · IC 731 · R 482 | 8:32 Castelo Branco station | 12h11 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11540 · IC 523 · R 482 | 8:32 Castelo Branco station | 10h11 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 5622 | 10:06 Castelo Branco station | 10h37 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 482 | 10:06 Castelo Branco station | 8h37 | 18:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25620 · R 55620 · R 5620 · R 482 | 10:06 Castelo Branco station | 10h37 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · IC 542 | 14:05 Castelo Branco station | 6h38 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · IC 542 | 14:05 Castelo Branco station | 8h38 | 22:43 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25622 · R 55622 · R 5622 · IC 542 | 14:05 Castelo Branco station | 10h40 | 0:45 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
R 25623 · R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404 | 14:26 Retaxo | 6h13 | 20:39 Porto - Campanhã | 5 changes | |
R 25623 · R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404 | 14:29 Benquerencas | 6h10 | 20:39 Porto - Campanhã | 5 changes | |
R 5675 · R 5685 · R 5404 · R 4627 | 14:40 Castelo Branco station | 5h59 | 20:39 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
IC 10542 · IC 544 · IC 529 | 15:12 Castelo Branco station | 10h01 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 10542 · IC 529 · R 486 | 15:12 Castelo Branco station | 10h01 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 10542 · R 5624 · IC 529 | 15:12 Castelo Branco station | 10h01 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11542 · IC 542 · IC 731 | 15:32 Castelo Branco station | 5h11 | 20:43 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11542 · IC 544 · IC 529 | 15:32 Castelo Branco station | 9h41 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11542 · IC 529 · R 486 | 15:32 Castelo Branco station | 9h41 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11542 · IC 529 · R 5624 | 15:32 Castelo Branco station | 9h41 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
R 25624 · R 55624 · R 5624 · IC 544 | 18:30 Castelo Branco station | 6h43 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 4 changes | |
IC 10544 · IC 544 · IC 529 | 19:32 Castelo Branco station | 5h41 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
IC 11544 · IC 544 · IC 529 | 19:52 Castelo Branco station | 5h21 | 1:13 Porto - Campanhã | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Castelo Branco to Porto run on average 13 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:08, the last at 20:04. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 1:08 |
Last train 20:04 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Major contemporary art museum in a landscaped park. Visit for Portuguese and international modern art in a calm setting.
Historic prison building showing Portuguese photography from the nineteenth century onwards. Admission is normally free.
Museum on Portuguese discoveries and maritime trade with full-scale scenes and interactive displays, suitable for families and first-time visitors.
Steep medieval quarter by the Douro with colourful houses, river views and lively lanes. Ideal for walking and classic Porto atmosphere.
Terraced riverside garden with one of Porto’s best skyline viewpoints. Popular at sunset and easy to combine with the upper bridge walk.
Large urban park leading to the Atlantic coast. Excellent for walks, cycling, birdlife and a break from the busy historic centre.
Porto’s iconic sandwich layered with cured meats and steak, covered in melted cheese and a rich beer-based sauce, usually served with chips.
A slow-cooked tripe and white bean stew with pork, sausages and vegetables, strongly linked to Porto’s historic working-class cooking.
Salt cod baked with cream, onion and potato, then topped with cheese. Bacalhau dishes are central to Portuguese tradition and widely loved in Porto.
Historic riverside restaurant known for roast meats, game and old-school Porto cooking in a characterful dining room.
Elegant contemporary restaurant serving refined Portuguese dishes and tasting menus in a calm central setting.
Long-established seafood restaurant by the coast, popular for grilled fish, shellfish and a relaxed Matosinhos atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe; rooms, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in Lisbon or many other major European city breaks.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; cafés often just round up. Taxis are usually rounded up to the nearest euro.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Castelo Branco to Porto 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 Porto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Castelo Branco to Porto trains use the Castelo Branco to Porto - Campanhã station pair, with some services arriving at Porto - Sao Bento. Use this guide to compare Castelo Branco and Porto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Castelo Branco has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Pinguim, Restaurante O Lagarto
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Castelo Branco. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Castelo Branco. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castelo Branco: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Castelo Branco: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castelo Branco: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainha D. Amélia, Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo, Hotel Império do Rei.
Retaxo is 10 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Retaxo has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Retaxo.
Accessibility facilities are available at Retaxo.
Benquerencas is 7 km from Castelo Branco city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Porto - Sao Bento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
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