What is the cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

The cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra is to bus via Sete Rios which costs €10 - €80 and takes 10h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

The fastest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra is to fly and line 18200 train which takes 4h 59m and costs €30 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Alcalá de Henares and Sintra?

No, there is no direct bus from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Vía Complutense-Brihuega and arriving at Sintra via Avenida De América and Madrid - South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Alcalá de Henares and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Alcalá De Henares and arriving at Sintra via Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento and Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

The distance between Alcalá de Henares and Sintra is 580 km. The road distance is 656.4 km.

How do I travel from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra without a car?

The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra without a car is to bus which takes 10h 12m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alcalá de Henares to Sintra bus from?

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Madrid - South Station.

Where do I catch the Alcalá de Henares to Sintra train from?

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra is to bus which takes 10h 12m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €130 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Alcalá de Henares to Sintra bus arrive?

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Sintra station.

What is the time difference between Alcalá de Henares and Sintra?

Sintra is 1h behind Alcalá de Henares. It is currently 11:34 PM in Alcalá de Henares and 10:34 PM in Sintra.

Where does the Alcalá de Henares to Sintra train arrive?

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Badajoz station.

Can I drive from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Alcalá de Henares to Sintra is 656 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra.

Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9568+ hotels available in Sintra.

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra by plane, train, bus, train (Renfe), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, line 18200 train
best
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)MAD - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra
4h 59m
€34–188
Bus via Sete Rios
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios
10h 14m
€11–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid - South Station to SintraBlaBlaCar Bus
10h 12m
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to BadajozAlv
2. Take the train from Badajoz to EntroncamentoRe
3. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa OrienteRe / ...
12h 25m
€56–123
Drive 656.4 km
1. Drive from Alcalá de Henares to Sintra656.4 km
6h 54m
€103–148
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to CaceresAlv / ...
2. Take the bus from Caceres to SintraBlaBlaCar Bus
10h 41m

Alcalá de Henares to Sintra by train

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Distance: 580.3 km
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Alcalá de Henares, Spain and Sintra, Portugal?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Madrid - South Station to Sintra twice daily, and the journey takes 8h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alcalá De Henares to Sintra via Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento, and Lisboa Oriente in around 12h 25m.

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