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

The cheapest way to get from Sintra to Málaga is to bus and train which costs €50 - €150 and takes 11h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sintra to Málaga is to line 18400 train and fly which takes 4h 37m and costs €45 - €200.

How far is it from Sintra to Málaga?

The distance between Sintra and Málaga is 514 km. The road distance is 607 km.

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

The best way to get from Sintra to Málaga without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 5m and costs €60 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Sintra to Málaga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sintra to Málaga train from?

Sintra to Málaga train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Lisboa Oriente station.

Train or bus from Sintra to Málaga?

The best way to get from Sintra to Málaga is to bus which takes 11h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €220 and takes 14h 48m.

What is the time difference between Sintra and Málaga?

Málaga is 1h ahead of Sintra. It is currently 1:01 PM in Sintra and 2:01 PM in Málaga.

Where does the Sintra to Málaga train arrive?

Sintra to Málaga train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Entroncamento station.

Can I drive from Sintra to Málaga?

Yes, the driving distance between Sintra to Málaga is 607 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Sintra to Málaga.

Where can I stay near Málaga?

There are 11979+ hotels available in Málaga.

Sintra to Málaga - 7 ways to travel via train, line 18400 train, plane, and bus

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

No, there is no direct train from Sintra to Málaga. However, there are services departing from Sintra and arriving at Malaga Maria Zambrano via Lisboa Oriente, Entroncamento, Badajoz, Puertollano and Cordoba-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 48m.

There are 7 ways to get from Sintra to Málaga by train, plane, bus, car, or train (Renfe, Ouigo)

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

Line 18400 train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Sintra to Lisboa Oriente
2. Fly from Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS) to Málaga Airport (AGP)LIS - AGP
4h 37m
€45–194
Bus via Faro
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios to Terminal Rodoviário de Faro
2. Take the bus from Faro to Seville
3. Take the bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Malaga Eeaa
12h 12m
€33–162
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Entrecampos to FaroIc
2. Take the bus from Faro to Sevilla Santa Justa
3. Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Cordoba-CentralAvn / ...
4. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to Malaga Maria ZambranoAve
11h 5m
€61–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lisbon - Oriente to Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas)BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to Malaga EeaaALSA - Sev-Ma Dir / ...
11h 47m
Drive 607 km
1. Drive from Sintra to Málaga607 km
7h 25m
€96–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lisboa Oriente to Sevilla Santa Justa
2. Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Malaga Maria ZambranoAvn / ...
11h 52m
€54–150
Train
1. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to EntroncamentoRe / ...
2. Take the train from Entroncamento to BadajozRe
3. Take the train from Badajoz to PuertollanoRe
4. Take the train from Puertollano to Cordoba-CentralAlv
5. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to Malaga Maria ZambranoAve
14h 48m
€82–211

Sintra to Málaga by train and bus

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11h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 514.4 km
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Sintra to Malaga Eeaa via Lisboa Oriente, Lisbon - Oriente, and Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) in around 11h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sintra to Malaga Maria Zambrano via Lisboa Oriente, Entroncamento, Badajoz, Puertollano, and Cordoba-Central in around 14h 48m.

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