The cheapest and fastest buses from Porto to Sintra
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Buses per day
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 $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 13 buses that leave Porto for Sintra on Sun, Dec 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
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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 €4. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 €4, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 167 miles (269 km)
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €127 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Porto to Sintra Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Rede Expressos | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $36 |
Live departures
Porto to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Sintra buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:25 AM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 12:00 PM Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 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 | |
53 · 36 | 3:00 PM Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 4h55 | 7:55 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h55 | 7:55 PM Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
52+ 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 | |
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 | |
![]() | 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
Buses from Porto to Sintra run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:30, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 167 miles (269 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 167 miles (269 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus from Porto to SintraYou can travel by bus between Porto to Sintra with FlixBus, Rede Expressos, Gipsyy, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as $5 (€4). 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.

When departing from Porto, you have various bus station options to start your route from including Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã and Porto, Estação de Campanhã. When arriving in Sintra, you can end your route in bus stations like Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) and Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte), located 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Rede Expressos
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible buses with wheelchair spaces.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Pena Palace, a 19th-century Romanticist castle known for its vibrant colors and panoramic views
- Quinta da Regaleira, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring a Gothic-style mansion and enigmatic gardens
- Moorish Castle, a medieval fortress offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding landscape
- Monserrate Palace, an exotic palace with eclectic architecture and lush botanical gardens
- National Palace of Sintra, a historic royal residence with distinctive twin chimneys and intricate tilework.
- Explore the charming streets of Sintra's historic center, filled with quaint shops and cafes
- Visit the Sintra Museum of Modern Art, showcasing contemporary Portuguese art
- Take a scenic hike in the lush Sintra-Cascais Natural Park
- Enjoy a traditional Portuguese meal at a local restaurant
- Experience a guided tour of the mysterious initiation wells at Quinta da Regaleira.
- 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
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a partial refund. Fees may apply.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Rede Expressos
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Rede Expressos
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Porto to Sintra
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetaria Terminal (in the station)
- Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km)
- Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 205, 206, 207 Metro: A, B, C, E Train: Urban, Regional
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