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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
$9
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 46 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 18 trains that leave Obidos for Sintra on Mon, Aug 24, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.
R 36414
R 36404
R 36410
R 36400
R 36408
IR 30810
IR 30810
R 36414
R 36404
R 36410Omio 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 prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price |
2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Obidos to Sintra:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Obidos to Sintra costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Sintra take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 45m.
The table below shows live departures for Obidos to Sintra trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:29 AM Obidos | 2h10 | 12:39 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:40 PM Obidos | 1h43 | 7:23 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Obidos | 2h01 | 8:44 PM Sintra | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
R 36400 | 5:33 AM Óbidos halt | 2h10 | 7:43 AM Mira Sintra-Melecas | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 36400 | 5:33 AM Óbidos halt | 2h01 | 7:34 AM Sabugo | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 30810 | 6:28 AM Óbidos halt | 1h55 | 8:23 AM Mira Sintra-Melecas | 0 transfersDirect | |
IR 30810 · IR 21810 | 6:28 AM Óbidos halt | 2h06 | 8:34 AM Agualva-Cacem | 1 transfer | |
IR 30810 | 6:28 AM Óbidos halt | 1h46 | 8:14 AM Sabugo | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 36404 | 7:38 AM Óbidos halt | 2h01 | 9:39 AM Sabugo | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 36404 | 7:38 AM Óbidos halt | 2h10 | 9:48 AM Mira Sintra-Melecas | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Obidos to Sintra run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 19:43. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 2h 1m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 7:43 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi tips are optional, usually rounding up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Obidos 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.

Most Obidos to Sintra trains use the Obidos to Mira Sintra-Melecas station pair. Use this guide to compare Obidos and Sintra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Obidos has practical services for this route, including Dining and Hotel.
Food options include: Capinha d'Óbidos, REX
Nearby hotels include Pousada Castelo Óbidos, Hotel Real d'Óbidos, Casa de S. Thiago do Castelo.
Dagorda-Peniche is 2 km from Obidos city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Dagorda-Peniche has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dagorda-Peniche.
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