The cheapest and fastest buses from Sintra to Albufeira
Cheapest price
€32
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sintra to Albufeira is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sintra to Albufeira will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sintra for Albufeira on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 215 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 11 h 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.
6:35 AM11h00Sintra5:35 PMAlbufeira€321One-way0 transfers
6:45 PM11h00Sintra5:45 AMAlbufeira€371One-way0 transfers
6:35 AM11h00Sintra5:35 PMAlbufeira€321One-way0 transfers
6:45 PM11h00Sintra5:45 AMAlbufeira€371One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Sintra to Albufeira
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sintra to Albufeira 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. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €58.
Distance: 215 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€31 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €152 Average price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sintra to Albufeira bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sintra to Albufeira buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:45 PM Sintra | 11h00 | 5:45 AM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 6:35 AM Sintra | 11h00 | 5:35 PM Albufeira | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sintra to Albufeira by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Sintra to Albufeira 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 FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Sintra to Albufeira.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Sintra to Albufeira.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Sintra to Albufeira.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sintra to Albufeira
Buses from Sintra to Albufeira run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 215 km distance in 11h 0m.
Distance 215 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Rede Expressos, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Sintra to AlbufeiraYou can travel by bus between Sintra to Albufeira with Rede Expressos, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sintra to Albufeira
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sintra to Albufeira 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 Albufeira, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- 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 Sintra to Albufeira
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and snack bar (in the station)
- Available outside the terminal
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 9, 10, 11 Train: Albufeira-Ferreiras
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