4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto to Sintra
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 39 m
Buses on Sep 17
13
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Porto to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Sintra will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 13 buses from Porto to Sintra, including 8 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
FlixBus8:25 AM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã12:00 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers- FlixBus4:00 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã7:35 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:15 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã4:50 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:15 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã11:50 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM4h10Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã10:40 PMSintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte)€231One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:25 AM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã12:00 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:00 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã7:35 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:15 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã4:50 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:15 PM3h35Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã11:50 PMSintra, Portela Estacao Sul€121One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM3h55Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã7:55 PMSintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte)€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Porto to Sintra
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €9 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, while a flight costs an average of €110.
Distance: 269 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €110 Average price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Sintra:
A bus is €21 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Sintra costing on average €30.
A bus is €101 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Sintra costing on average €110.
Other travel options to Sintra take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 23m.
Live departures
Porto to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Sintra buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36+ 52 | 6:30 AM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h55 | 12:25 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 8:25 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 12:00 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h55 | 12:25 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 5:10 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 4:50 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 36 · 53 | 3:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 4h55 | 7:55 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 4:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 7:35 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h55 | 7:55 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 75+36 | 5:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
| 49 · 36 | 5:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
| 36+52 | 5:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
| 6:30 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 11:50 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Porto to Sintra
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Buses from Porto to Sintra run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 20:15. The fastest bus covers the 269 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 8:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus from Porto to SintraYou can travel by bus between Porto to Sintra with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Porto to Sintra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.
- Gipsyy
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Support for visually impaired passengers.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Rede Expressos
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- Gipsyy
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Gipsyy
- One carry-on bag 8kg (40x20x55) and one checked bag 23kg (60x40x100).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Gipsyy
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Gipsyy
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Porto to Sintra
Most Porto to Sintra buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul station pair, with some services arriving at Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte). Use this guide to compare Porto and Sintra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do buses to Sintra leave from?
Getting to Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã bus station facilities and services
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
Getting to Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro from Porto city centre
Getting to Porto, Polo Universitario (Bus Terminal) from Porto city centre
Getting to Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul from Sintra city centre
Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul bus station facilities and services
Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul. ATMs are available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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