The average train between Castelo Branco and Ponferrada takes 22h 40m and the fastest train takes 22h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Castelo Branco to Ponferrada. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Castelo Branco and Ponferrada. The earliest departure is at 2:00 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Castelo Branco is at 8:04 PM which arrives into Ponferrada at 7:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Entroncamento and take an average of 22h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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22h 21m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Castelo Branco to Ponferrada? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Castelo Branco to Ponferrada. However, there are services departing from Castelo Branco station and arriving at Ponferrada station via Entroncamento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 40m.
Castelo Branco to Ponferrada train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Castelo Branco station.
Castelo Branco to Ponferrada train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Ponferrada station.
The distance between Castelo Branco and Ponferrada is 312.1 km. The road distance is 760 km.
You can take a train from Castelo Branco to Ponferrada via Entroncamento, Porto Campanha, and Porrino in around 13h 45m.