What is the cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

The cheapest way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco is to bus via Macedo de Cavaleiros which costs €50 - €130 and takes 16h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

The fastest way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco is to fly and train which takes 8h 17m and costs €60 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Bordeaux and Castelo Branco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Bordeaux and Castelo Branco?

No, there is no direct train from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco. However, there are services departing from Bordeaux St Jean and arriving at Castelo Branco via Hendaia, Irun, Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz and Abrantes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 59m.

How far is it from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

The distance between Bordeaux and Castelo Branco is 1205 km. The road distance is 930.8 km.

How do I travel from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco without a car?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco without a car is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs €80 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Castelo Branco bus from?

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Bordeaux to Castelo Branco train from?

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Bordeaux St Jean station.

Train or bus from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

The best way to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €190 - €310 and takes 20h 59m.

Where does the Bordeaux to Castelo Branco bus arrive?

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco station.

What is the time difference between Bordeaux and Castelo Branco?

Castelo Branco is 1h behind Bordeaux. It is currently 6:29 PM in Bordeaux and 5:29 PM in Castelo Branco.

Where does the Bordeaux to Castelo Branco train arrive?

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Hendaye station.

Can I drive from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

Yes, the driving distance between Bordeaux to Castelo Branco is 931 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco.

How do I get a train ticket from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

Book your Bordeaux to Castelo Branco train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco?

Book your Bordeaux to Castelo Branco bus tickets online with Omio, 12go.asia and two other operators.

Where can I stay near Castelo Branco?

There are 84+ hotels available in Castelo Branco.

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bordeaux to Castelo Branco by plane, train, bus, train (TGV, Renfe), or car

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Fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane BOD - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Brancotrain
8h 17m
€65–310
Bus via Macedo de Cavaleiros
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Terminal Rodoviário de Macedo de Cavaleirosbus Paris / ...
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Macedo de Cavaleiros to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus 34 | Bragança
16h 6m
€55–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 20m
€80–140
Train
1. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Hendayetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Irun to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
3. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Badajoztrain Alv
4. Take the train from Badajoz to Abrantestrain Re
5. Take the train from Abrantes to Castelo Brancotrain Ic / ...
20h 59m
€194–308
Drive 930.8 km
1. Drive from Bordeaux to Castelo Brancocar 930.8 km
8h 48m
€176–254
Fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, train
1. Fly from Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane BOD - OPO
2. Take the train from Porto Campanha to Entroncamentotrain
3. Take the train from Entroncamento to Castelo Brancotrain
10h 21m
€84–295

Bordeaux to Castelo Branco by bus

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Distance: 1,205 km
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Bordeaux, France and Castelo Branco, Portugal?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco once daily. Tickets cost €80–140 and the journey takes 14h 20m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bordeaux St Jean to Castelo Branco via Hendaye, Hendaia, Irun, Irun, Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz, and Abrantes in around 20h 59m.

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