Vila Real to Castelo Branco train

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vila Real to Castelo Branco

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£29

Average price

£29

Fastest journey

7 h 28 m

Average duration

7 h 28 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila Real 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 Vila Real to Castelo Branco will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Vila Real for Castelo Branco every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 7 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 7 h 28 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.

Comboios De Portugal
07:377h28
Vila Real
15:05Castelo Branco
£291One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Vila Real to Castelo Branco

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vila Real to Castelo Branco among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 166 km

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Most popular
Coach

£27

Average Price

£16

Average Price

Cheapest

7h 51m

Average total duration

7h 21m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 19m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

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Vila Real to Castelo Branco train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:08
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
comboios07:37 Vila Real
7h28
15:05 Castelo Branco0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Vila Real to Castelo Branco

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Trains from Vila Real to Castelo Branco run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance
166 km
Average train duration
7h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
8
Fastest train
6h 57m
First train
05:29
Last train
15:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12

FAQs: Vila Real to Castelo Branco train

FAQs: Travel by train from Vila Real to Castelo Branco easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Vila Real to Castelo Branco.
FAQs
Booking trains from Vila Real to Castelo Branco in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Vila Real to Castelo Branco.
The train distance from Vila Real to Castelo Branco is 166 km.
To get from Vila Real to Castelo Branco, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Vila Real to Castelo Branco can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £27.
The train journey from Vila Real to Castelo Branco covers a distance of 166 km and takes approximately 6h 57m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Vila Real to Castelo Branco is by coach, costing approximately £12.
The first train from Vila Real to Castelo Branco leaves at 5:29.
The last train from Vila Real to Castelo Branco departs at 15:43.
The train station in Vila Real that goes to Castelo Branco is Régua, and it arrives at Castelo Branco station.
Trains from Vila Real to Castelo Branco run approximately 8 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Vila Real to Castelo Branco.
There is no night train service from Vila Real to Castelo Branco.

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Important Stations and Airports in Vila Real and Castelo Branco

Vila Real
Castelo Branco
Castelo BrancoWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Avenida Nuno Álvares.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante Pinguim
  • Restaurante O Lagarto
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • €0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Rainha D. Amélia
  • Hotel TRYP Colina do Castelo
  • Hotel Império do Rei
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
  • Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
Public transport options for Castelo Branco
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Taxi services available

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