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Trip Overview

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.

22h 40m
Duration
760 km
Distance
€102
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Castelo Branco to Ponferrada train times

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.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros23h • 3 changes
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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros23h • 3 changes
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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros23h • 3 changes
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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros23h • 3 changes
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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros23h • 3 changes
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    Comboios de PortugalComboios de PortugalRenfe ViajerosRenfe Viajeros22h 21m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want 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.

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  • Distance: 759.9 km
  • Duration: 22h 40m

What companies run services between Castelo Branco, Portugal and Ponferrada, Spain?

You can take a train from Castelo Branco to Ponferrada via Entroncamento, Porto Campanha, and Porrino in around 13h 25m.

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