The cheapest and fastest buses from Faro to Sintra
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Sintra will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Faro for Sintra on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 235 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 12 h 40 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 train, bus, and flight for Faro to Sintra
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Faro to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 train costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€34 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest | €132 Average price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Faro to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Sintra buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:05 AM Faro | 11h45 | 10:50 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM Faro | 18h10 | 3:50 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Faro | 12h40 | 11:00 AM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:30 AM Faro | 13h05 | 6:35 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Faro to Sintra
Buses from Faro to Sintra run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 235 km distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 235 km |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Faro to SintraYou can travel by bus between Faro to Sintra with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Faro to Sintra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro 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.

When departing from Faro, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Faro, Terminal Rodoviário and Faro, Av. Eng. Joaquim L. Belchior / Largo de São Francisco. When arriving in Sintra, you can end your journey in coach stations like Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) and Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Faro, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 0.5 miles (829 m) 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 Faro to Sintra
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Café (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 14
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