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

The cheapest way to get from Sintra to Almeida is to train which costs €22 - €60 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sintra to Almeida is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Sintra and Almeida?

No, there is no direct bus from Sintra to Almeida. However, there are services departing from Portela de Sintra and arriving at Almeida via Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra and Vilar Formoso - CP. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Sintra to Almeida?

The distance between Sintra and Almeida is 434 km. The road distance is 374 km.

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

The best way to get from Sintra to Almeida without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 18m and costs €75 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Sintra to Almeida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sintra to Almeida bus from?

Sintra to Almeida bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Portela de Sintra station.

Train or bus from Sintra to Almeida?

The best way to get from Sintra to Almeida is to bus via Coimbra which takes 7h 57m and costs €17 - €70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €22 - €60 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Sintra to Almeida bus arrive?

Sintra to Almeida bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra station.

Can I drive from Sintra to Almeida?

Yes, the driving distance between Sintra to Almeida is 374 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Sintra to Almeida.

Where can I stay near Almeida?

There are 60+ hotels available in Almeida.

Sintra to Almeida - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sintra to Almeida by train, taxi, bus, 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.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Vila Franca Das NavesIc
2. Take the taxi from Vila Franca Das Naves to Almeida
6h 18m
€79–120
Bus via Coimbra
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra36 | Cascais
2. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Vilar Formoso
7h 57m
€18–68
Drive 374 km
1. Drive from Sintra to Almeida374 km
3h 40m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to GuardaIc
2. Take the train from Guarda to Vilar FormosoRe
9h 19m
€22–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lisbon Sete Rios to Vilar FormosoFlixBus N1156 / ...
10h 25m
€34–62

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 434.5 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Portela de Sintra to Almeida via Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra, Vilar Formoso, and Vilar Formoso - CP in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sintra to Almeida via Lisboa Oriente, Guarda, Vilar Formoso, and Vilar Formoso - CP in around 9h 19m.

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