The cheapest and fastest buses from Coimbra to Sintra
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Coimbra to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coimbra to Sintra will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 6 buses that leave Coimbra for Sintra on Sun, Dec 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 07 the direct buses cover the 177 km distance in an average of 4 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Sun, Dec 07 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



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Compare bus and train for Coimbra to Sintra
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Coimbra to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 177 km
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Coimbra to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coimbra to Sintra buses for today, Saturday, December 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 6h50 | 12:00 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 5h45 | 4:50 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h55 | 5:10 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:15 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h55 | 8:10 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:10 PM Coimbra, Rua do Padrao (Rodoviária) | 5h40 | 11:50 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário) | 2h55 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coimbra to Sintra
Buses from Coimbra to Sintra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 177 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 177 km |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Coimbra to SintraYou can travel by bus between Coimbra to Sintra with Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Coimbra to Sintra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coimbra to Sintra by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sintra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coimbra, Av. Fernão de Magalhães (Terminal Rodoviário), which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte), located 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Coimbra to Sintra
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Central (0.2 km)
- Fast Food Express (0.3 km)
- Restaurante Coimbra (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-B
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Eatery (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 11 Train: Coimbra-A
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