The cheapest and fastest buses from Lisbon to Sintra
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€3
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lisbon to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lisbon to Sintra will cost around €3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 5 buses that leave Lisbon for Sintra on Sun, May 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct buses cover the 23 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest buses will take 30 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.
12:20 PM0h10Lisbon12:30 PMSintra€21One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM0h30Lisbon8:10 PMSintra€21One-way0 transfers
2:40 AM0h20Lisbon3:00 AMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
9:40 PM0h20Lisbon10:00 PMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM0h20Lisbon9:50 PMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
12:20 PM0h10Lisbon12:30 PMSintra€21One-way0 transfers
2:40 AM0h20Lisbon3:00 AMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
9:40 PM0h20Lisbon10:00 PMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
9:30 PM0h20Lisbon9:50 PMSintra€31One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM0h30Lisbon8:10 PMSintra€21One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lisbon to Sintra
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lisbon to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
€18 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lisbon to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Sintra buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 PM Lisbon | 0h10 | 12:30 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Lisbon | 0h20 | 6:50 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Lisbon | 0h20 | 9:50 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Lisbon | 0h30 | 11:30 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 2:40 AM Lisbon | 0h20 | 3:00 AM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lisbon to Sintra by bus or train
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Why should you book Lisbon to Sintra buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Rede Expressos?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Rede Expressos, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Lisbon to Sintra.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lisbon to Sintra
Buses from Lisbon to Sintra run on average 3 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 but you can travel from only €14 by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 18:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 23 km distance in 50m.
Distance 23 km |
Average bus duration 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 6:10 PM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus from Lisbon to SintraYou can travel by bus between Lisbon to Sintra with BlaBlaCar, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lisbon to Sintra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lisbon 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.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
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