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

The cheapest way to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra is to bus and line 18200 train which costs €6 - €55 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Castelo Branco and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Castelo Branco to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Castelo Branco and arriving at Sintra via Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Castelo Branco to Sintra?

The distance between Castelo Branco and Sintra is 252 km. The road distance is 242.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra without a car is to bus and line 18200 train which takes 3h 19m and costs €6 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra, including transfers.

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

Castelo Branco to Sintra train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Castelo Branco station.

Train or bus from Castelo Branco to Sintra?

The best way to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra is to train and line 18200 train which takes 3h 34m and costs €11 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €90 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Castelo Branco to Sintra train arrive?

Castelo Branco to Sintra train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Lisboa Oriente station.

Can I drive from Castelo Branco to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Castelo Branco to Sintra is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Castelo Branco to Sintra.

Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9503+ hotels available in Sintra.

Castelo Branco to Sintra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Castelo Branco to Sintra by bus, train, 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.

Bus, line 18200 train
best
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Lisbon1014 / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra18200 / ...
3h 19m
€6–51
Train, line 18200 train
1. Take the train from Castelo Branco to Lisboa OrienteIc / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra18200 / ...
3h 34m
€11–36
Drive 242.6 km
1. Drive from Castelo Branco to Sintra242.6 km
2h 21m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios33 | Guarda / ...
3h 49m
€20–87

Castelo Branco to Sintra by bus and train

39Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a train from Castelo Branco to Sintra via Lisboa Oriente in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Castelo Branco to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios hourly. Tickets cost €6–15 and the journey takes 2h 30m. ALSA also services this route 4 times a week.

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