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Braga to Almada

Updated: March 13, 2024 12:18 AM
Almada

Braga to Almada

Language

The official language of Portugal is Portuguese.

Currency

The official currency of Portugal is the Euro (€).

Distance

The distance between Braga and Almada is approximately 360 kilometers (224 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Almada from Braga:

  • By train: The train journey takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes. The cost of a one-way ticket starts from around €20.
  • By bus: The bus journey takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes. The cost of a one-way ticket starts from around €15.
  • By car: The drive takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes. The cost of petrol will vary depending on the fuel efficiency of your car.

Expenses

The following are some approximate expenses you may incur during your trip:

  • Accommodation: A night's stay in a budget hotel starts from around €20.
  • Food: A meal at a budget restaurant costs around €10.
  • Transportation: A one-way train ticket from Braga to Almada starts from around €20.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Almada is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October) when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.

What to Eat

Some of the traditional Portuguese dishes you can try in Almada include:

  • Bacalhau à Gomes de Sá: A dish made with cod, potatoes, onions, olives, and eggs.
  • Caldeirada de peixe: A fish stew made with a variety of fish, vegetables, and potatoes.
  • Sardinhas assadas: Grilled sardines.

Where to Go

Some of the places you can visit in Almada include:

  • Cristo Rei: A giant statue of Christ overlooking the Tagus River.
  • Ponte 25 de Abril: A suspension bridge connecting Almada to Lisbon.
  • Jardim do Rio: A park with beautiful gardens and views of the Tagus River.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Braga to Almada:

  • What is the best way to get from Braga to Almada? The best way to get from Braga to Almada is by train. The train journey is relatively short and affordable.
  • How much does it cost to get from Braga to Almada? The cost of getting from Braga to Almada by train starts from around €20.
  • How long does it take to get from Braga to Almada? The train journey from Braga to Almada takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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