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

The cheapest way to get from Irun to Sintra is to bus via Amara-Donostia which costs €45 - €190 and takes 17h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Irun to Sintra is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs €85 - €300.

Is there a direct train between Irun and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Irun to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Irun and arriving at Sintra via Madrid Chamartín, Badajoz, Entroncamento and Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 46m.

How far is it from Irun to Sintra?

The distance between Irun and Sintra is 829 km. The road distance is 953 km.

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

The best way to get from Irun to Sintra without a car is to bus which takes 15h 38m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Irun to Sintra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irun to Sintra train from?

Irun to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Irun station.

Train, bus or fly from Irun to Sintra?

The best way to get from Irun to Sintra is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs €85 - €300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 15h 38m, you could also train, which costs €140 - €260 and takes 17h 46m.

What is the time difference between Irun and Sintra?

Sintra is 1h behind Irun. It is currently 10:48 AM in Irun and 9:48 AM in Sintra.

Where does the Irun to Sintra train arrive?

Irun to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Irun to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Irun to Sintra is 953 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Irun to Sintra.

Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9773+ hotels available in Sintra.

Irun to Sintra - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Irun to Sintra by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane EAS - LIS
4h 20m
€90–299
Bus via Amara-Donostia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Riosbus
17h 48m
€49–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hendaye to Lisbonbus FlixBus N1149 / ...
15h 38m
€81–140
Train
1. Take the train from Irun to Madrid Chamartíntrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Badajoztrain Alv
3. Take the train from Badajoz to Entroncamentotrain Re
4. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa Orientetrain Re / ...
17h 46m
€145–257
Drive 953 km
1. Drive from Irun to Sintracar 953 km
9h 2m
€151–217

Irun to Sintra by bus and train

23Weekly Services

15h 38mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 828.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Irun, Spain and Sintra, Portugal?

Iberia, Vueling Airlines, and two other airlines fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Hendaye to Lisbon 3 times a day. Tickets cost €75–140 and the journey takes 14h 40m.

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