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

The cheapest way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to line 18400 train and bus which costs €5 - €30 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sintra and Coimbra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portela de Sintra and arriving at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sintra and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct train from Sintra to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Sintra and arriving at Coimbra-B via Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Sintra to Coimbra?

The distance between Sintra and Coimbra is 224 km. The road distance is 218.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sintra to Coimbra without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €14 - €20.

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

The bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Sintra to Coimbra bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sintra to Coimbra train from?

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

Train or bus from Sintra to Coimbra?

The best way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can line 18400 train and train, which costs €10 - €45 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Sintra to Coimbra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sintra to Coimbra train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sintra to Coimbra?

Yes, the driving distance between Sintra to Coimbra is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Sintra to Coimbra.

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

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Where can I stay near Coimbra?

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Sintra to Coimbra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18400 train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sintra to Coimbra by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra36 | Cascais
2h 40m
€14–20
Line 18400 train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sintra to Lisboa Oriente18400 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lisbon to Coimbra1001 / ...
3h 26m
€5–29
Line 18400 train, train
1. Take the train from Sintra to Lisboa Oriente18400 / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-BIc
2h 57m
€10–42
Drive 218.6 km
1. Drive from Sintra to Coimbra218.6 km
2h 14m
€35–50

Sintra to Coimbra by bus

21Weekly Buses

2h 40mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

Rede Expressos operates a bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra 3 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sintra to Coimbra-B via Lisboa Oriente in around 2h 57m.

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