How to get from Rato to CESPU by bus and train?

Rato to CESPU - Bus Schedule

The 253 bus from Rato to CESPU runs from 06:20 to 19:35, with departures every 25 min-1 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 3 hr 30 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Rato to CESPU by bus and train

To get from Rato to CESPU in Penafiel, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 253 bus from Rato station to Rotunda 1º de Maio station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LINHA DE BRAGA train and finally take the LINHA DO MARCO train from Ermesinde station to Penafiel station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Rato may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to CESPU on the Moovit app.

210min
Bus - 253253
Train - LINHA DE BRAGALINHA DE BRAGA
Train - LINHA DO MARCOLINHA DO MARCO
Walk to CESPU
Leaves from Rato

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Rato
  • 2
    Bus - 253253
    Wait for bus
    253
    Gavião (Escola D. Maria II)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Rotunda 1º de Maio
    ID vnf:01112
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Famalicão
    530 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Train - LINHA DE BRAGALINHA DE BRAGA
    Wait for train
    LINHA DE BRAGA
    Porto Sao Bento
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ermesinde
    26 min
  • 7
    Train - LINHA DO MARCOLINHA DO MARCO
    Wait for train
    LINHA DO MARCO
    Marco De Canaveses
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Penafiel
    36 min
  • 9
    Walk to CESPU
    Walk to
    CESPU
    Avenida José Júlio
    2.68 km • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Rato to CESPU

The distance between Rato, Penafiel and CESPU, Penafiel is approximately 62.17 km, which can typically be travelled in 210 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Rato to CESPU by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Penafiel – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Rato to CESPU

To check the bus and train schedule from Rato to CESPU using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Rato) and destination (CESPU), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Rato to CESPU?

    The fastest way takes 210 minutes, using Bus line 253, Train line LINHA DE BRAGA, Train line LINHA DO MARCO.

  • Is there a direct bus between Rato and CESPU?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Rato to CESPU?

    The 253 bus line goes from Rotunda 1º de Maio station near Rato in Vila Nova De Famalicão to Famalicão station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Famalicão station near CESPU in Penafiel.

  • How long does it take to travel from Rato to CESPU by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Rato in Vila Nova De Famalicão and CESPU in Penafiel by bus and train is about 3 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Rato to get to CESPU?

    Get on the 253 bus from the Rotunda 1º de Maio stop near Rato in Vila Nova De Famalicão.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Rato and CESPU?

    Get off the bus at the Famalicão station, which is closest to CESPU in Penafiel.

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