What is the cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Sintra?

The cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Sintra is to bus and line 18200 train which costs €5 - €29 and takes 3h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coimbra to Sintra?

The fastest way to get from Coimbra to Sintra is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbra and Sintra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra and arriving at Portela de Sintra. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Coimbra and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Coimbra to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Coimbra-B and arriving at Sintra via Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Coimbra to Sintra?

The distance between Coimbra and Sintra is 244 km. The road distance is 217.1 km.

How do I travel from Coimbra to Sintra without a car?

The best way to get from Coimbra to Sintra without a car is to train and line 18200 train which takes 2h 38m and costs €10 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Coimbra to Sintra?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Coimbra to Sintra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coimbra to Sintra bus from?

Coimbra to Sintra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra station.

Where do I catch the Coimbra to Sintra train from?

Coimbra to Sintra train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Coimbra-B station.

Train or bus from Coimbra to Sintra?

The best way to get from Coimbra to Sintra is to train and line 18200 train which takes 2h 38m and costs €10 - €45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Coimbra to Sintra bus arrive?

Coimbra to Sintra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Portela de Sintra station.

Where does the Coimbra to Sintra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coimbra to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Coimbra to Sintra is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Coimbra to Sintra.

How do I get a bus ticket from Coimbra to Sintra?

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Coimbra to Sintra - 5 ways to travel via train, line 18200 train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Coimbra to Sintra by train, bus, car, towncar, or plane

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

Train, line 18200 train
best
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Lisboa OrienteIc / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra18200 / ...
2h 38m
€10–42
Bus, line 18200 train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coimbra to Lisbon1001 / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra18200 / ...
3h 19m
€5–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Portela de Sintra36 | Porto
2h 45m
€15
Drive 217.1 km
1. Drive from Coimbra to Sintra217.1 km
2h 13m
€34–49
Towncar, fly, line 18200 train
1. Take a town car from Coimbra to Porto - Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro
2. Fly from Francisco De Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)OPO - LIS
3. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintra
4h 23m
€208–358

Coimbra to Sintra by train

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Coimbra, Portugal and Sintra, Portugal?

You can take a train from Coimbra-B to Sintra via Lisboa Oriente in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, Rede Expressos operates a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Portela de Sintra 3 times a day. Tickets cost €15 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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