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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Sintra is to fly which costs €65 - €250 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Sintra is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs €65 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Sintra?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon station to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station and arriving at Portela de Sintra via Porto - Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h.

How far is it from Lyon to Sintra?

The distance between Lyon and Sintra is 1456 km. The road distance is 1693.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Sintra without a car is to train which takes 19h 52m and costs €210 - €430.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Lyon to Sintra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Sintra bus from?

Lyon to Sintra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Sintra train from?

Lyon to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train, bus or fly from Lyon to Sintra?

The best way to get from Lyon to Sintra is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €210 - €430 and takes 19h 52m, you could also bus via Vila Nova de Gaia, which costs €140 - €270 and takes 26h.

Where does the Lyon to Sintra bus arrive?

Lyon to Sintra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Porto - Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Sintra?

Sintra is 1h behind Lyon. It is currently 4:00 PM in Lyon and 3:00 PM in Sintra.

Where does the Lyon to Sintra train arrive?

Lyon to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Sintra is 1693 km. It takes approximately 16h 15m to drive from Lyon to Sintra.

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

Book your Lyon to Sintra bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9707+ hotels available in Sintra.

Lyon to Sintra - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct train between Lyon and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Lyon to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Sintra via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento and Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 52m.

There are 8 ways to get from Lyon to Sintra by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, or train

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

Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport
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1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane LYS - LIS
6h 19m
€69–250
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Santstrain
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
3. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Badajoztrain Alv
4. Take the train from Badajoz to Entroncamentotrain Re
5. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa Orientetrain Re / ...
19h 52m
€211–428
Bus via Vila Nova de Gaia
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Gerland Bus Station to Porto - Terminal Intermodal de Campanhãbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Porto - Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Portela de Sintrabus 36 | Porto
26h
€141–267
Drive 1,693.1 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Sintracar 1,693.1 km
16h 15m
€261–376
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Genevetrain
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane GVA - LIS
8h 17m
€83–298
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aix En Provence Tgvtrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane MRS - LIS
7h 29m
€112–355
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to Lisbonbus FlixBus N1149
27h 3m
€142–323
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Riosbus
28h 46m
€147–304

Lyon to Sintra by train

7Weekly Trains

19h 52mAverage Duration

€211Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,456.3 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Sintra, Portugal?

easyJet, TAP Portugal, and Iberia fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Sintra via Barcelona-Sants, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Badajoz, Entroncamento, and Lisboa Oriente in around 19h 52m.

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