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Museu do Brinquedo
Museum in a former toy factory displaying Portuguese and international toys, dolls, and miniatures across generations in central Sintra.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$13
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Obidos to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Obidos to Sintra will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Obidos to Sintra, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Obidos to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $9 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, while a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$13 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Obidos to Sintra:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Obidos to Sintra costing on average $13.
Other travel options to Sintra take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 58m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Obidos to Sintra buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM Caldas Da Rainha, Rua Coronel Soeiro de Brito | 1h10 | 5:10 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Caldas Da Rainha, Rua Coronel Soeiro de Brito | 1h10 | 10:40 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Obidos to Sintra run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 but you can travel from only $5 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Obidos 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.

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