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

The cheapest way to get from Funchal to Castelo Branco is to fly and bus which costs €60 - €230 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Funchal to Castelo Branco is to fly and train which takes 6h 55m and costs €65 - €240.

How far is it from Funchal to Castelo Branco?

The distance between Funchal and Castelo Branco is 1207 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Funchal to Castelo Branco, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Castelo Branco?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castelo Branco.

Funchal to Castelo Branco - 2 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Funchal to Castelo Branco by plane, train, or bus

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Fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane FNC - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Castelo Brancotrain
6h 55m
€65–240
Fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Madeira Airport (FNC) to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)plane FNC - OPO
2. Take the bus from Porto to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Brancobus
8h 5m
€61–222

Madeira Airport (FNC) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) flights

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Distance: 1,206.7 km
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Funchal, Portugal and Castelo Branco, Portugal?

There is no direct connection from Funchal to Castelo Branco. However, you can take the bus to Funchal Airport, walk to Madeira Airport (FNC) airport, fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS), walk to Aeroporto, take the subway to Oriente, walk to Lisboa Oriente, then take the train to Castelo Branco. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Funchal Airport, walk to Madeira Airport (FNC) airport, fly to Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO), walk to Porto, then take the bus to Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco.

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