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 14m.

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 14m 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 - Perrache Bus Station and arriving at Sintra via Lisbon - Sete Rios. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h.

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 via Madrid which takes 19h 25m and costs €140 - €370.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m 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 - Perrache 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 14m and costs €65 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Madrid, which costs €140 - €370 and takes 19h 25m, you could also bus, which costs €110 - €160 and takes 27h.

Where does the Lyon to Sintra bus arrive?

Lyon to Sintra bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lisbon - Sete Rios station.

What is the time difference between Lyon and Sintra?

Sintra is 1h behind Lyon. It is currently 9:24 PM in Lyon and 8:24 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 12m to drive from Lyon to Sintra.

Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9441+ hotels available in Sintra.

Lyon to Sintra - 9 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 25m.

There are 9 ways to get from Lyon to Sintra by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, train, or train (Renfe)

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
best
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)LYS - LIS
6h 14m
€68–248
Train via Madrid
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesAve
3. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to BadajozAlv
4. Take the train from Badajoz to EntroncamentoRe
5. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa OrienteRe / ...
19h 25m
€142–361
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Lisbon - Sete RiosBlaBlaCar Bus
27h
€115–156
Drive 1,693.1 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Sintra1,693.1 km
16h 12m
€260–376
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)GVA - LIS
8h 14m
€77–347
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)MRS - LIS
7h 25m
€94–334
Train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Barcelona-Sants
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to PorrinoAlv
3. Take the train from Porrino to Porto CampanhaIc
4. Take the train from Porto Campanha to Lisboa OrienteIc / ...
26h 30m
€183–285
Bus via Lisboa Oriente
1. Take the bus from Lyon, Perrache Bus Station to Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente
28h 43m
€93–278
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lyon Jean Mace to Valence VilleTer
2. Take the bus from Valence to Lisbon Sete RiosFlixBus N1156
30h 7m
€119–217

Lyon to Sintra by train

7Weekly Trains

19h 25mAverage Duration

€142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,456.3 km
Duration: 6h 14m

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

easyJet, TAP Portugal, and two other airlines 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 25m.

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