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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Braga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, while a flight costs an average of £215.
Distance: 416 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£51 Average Price Cheapest | £215 Average Price | £83 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Braga:
A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Braga costing on average £215.
Other travel options to Braga take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 52m.
Tickets start at around £51 compared to roughly £83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 11h 22m versus 5h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Braga from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Braga is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Braga are Porto, Guimarães, Viana do Castelo, Barcelos and Ponte de Lima. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Braga on Omio.
Porto is known for Port wine, tiled facades and a dramatic setting above the Douro. Its historic streets and strong food culture give the city a character that is both traditional and lively.
Guimarães is known as the birthplace of Portugal, with a medieval centre that gives the city a strong historic identity. Alongside landmarks such as Castelo de Guimarães, its compact streets and lively squares create a youthful but traditional atmosphere.
Viana do Castelo is known for its maritime heritage, handsome historic centre and the Santuário de Santa Luzia above the Lima estuary. The city combines Atlantic beaches with old seafaring traditions, regional festivals and strong Minho character.
Barcelos is a historic Minho town known for the Rooster of Barcelos and its large traditional market. Medieval streets, pottery workshops and the River Cávado give it a relaxed northern Portuguese character.
Ponte de Lima is known for its Roman bridge and historic riverside setting on the River Lima. The old centre, manor houses and vinho verde traditions give it a calm northern Portuguese character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Braga:
A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Braga costing on average £215.
Other travel options to Braga take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 52m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Braga as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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