The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Sintra
Cheapest price
€59
Average price
€59
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 39 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €59.
It's difficult to get from Porto to Sintra without transferring at least once.
1:20 AM5h45Porto7:05 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
6:40 AM3h35Porto10:15 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
6:45 AM4h00Porto10:45 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
7:40 AM3h45Porto11:25 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
8:45 AM4h00Porto12:45 PMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
6:40 AM3h35Porto10:15 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
2:40 PM3h35Porto6:15 PMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
4:40 PM3h35Porto8:15 PMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
7:40 AM3h45Porto11:25 AMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
9:40 AM3h45Porto1:25 PMSintra€591One-way1 transfer
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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 269 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest | €116 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg 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
Porto to Sintra train times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Sintra trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:40 AM Porto | 3h35 | 10:15 AM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Porto | 4h00 | 10:45 AM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Porto | 3h45 | 11:25 AM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Porto | 4h00 | 12:45 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Porto | 3h45 | 1:25 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Porto | 4h00 | 2:45 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Porto | 3h45 | 3:25 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Porto | 4h00 | 4:45 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:40 PM Porto | 3h45 | 5:25 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:40 PM Porto | 3h35 | 6:15 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:45 PM Porto | 4h00 | 6:45 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:40 PM Porto | 3h35 | 8:15 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Porto | 3h45 | 9:25 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Porto | 4h10 | 9:55 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Porto | 3h45 | 10:25 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Porto | 4h10 | 11:55 PM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:40 PM Porto | 3h45 | 12:25 AM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
![]() | 1:20 AM Porto | 5h45 | 7:05 AM Sintra | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porto to Sintra
Trains from Porto to Sintra run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Porto to Sintra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto to Sintra by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sintra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Porto to Sintra
Most Porto to Sintra trains use the Porto - Campanhã to Sabugo station pair. Use this guide to compare Porto and Sintra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Porto station do trains to Sintra leave from?
Getting to Porto - Campanhã from Porto city centre
Porto - Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto - Campanhã train station facilities and services
Porto - Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Casa Aleixo, Restaurante Madureira
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Campanhã. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Campanhã. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Campanhã: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Campanhã: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Palácio do Freixo, AC Hotel Porto, Vila Galé Porto, Hotel Poveira.
Getting to Porto - Sao Bento from Porto city centre
Porto - Sao Bento train station facilities and services
Porto - Sao Bento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Abadia do Porto, Café Santiago, The Lingerie Restaurant - Porto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Porto - Sao Bento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Porto - Sao Bento: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto - Sao Bento: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pestana Porto - A Brasileira, InterContinental Porto - Palacio das Cardosas, Hotel Teatro.
Getting to Contumil from Porto city centre
Contumil is 3 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Contumil train station facilities and services
Contumil has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Contumil.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Contumil.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Contumil.
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