Portimao to Sintra train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Portimao to Sintra

Trains from Portimao to Sintra run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€14) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

123 miles (198 km)

Average train duration

4h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

$15 (€14)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

4h 20m

First train

06:31

Last train

15:19

Price information

Train providers: Intercidades, Comboios De Portugal and Alfa Pendular from Portimao to Sintra trains

Buy your official Intercidades, Comboios De Portugal and Alfa Pendular train tickets between Portimao and Sintra from $27 (€24) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

Comboios de Portugal's Intercidades are intercity train services connecting different regions in Portugal including between Portimao to Sintra. Intecidades trains offer convenient and efficient train travel between major cities in Portugal like Lisbon, Porto & Faro at up top 200km/h. Which is a little slower than the Alfa Penduar services but are often more economical. They offer amenities like comfortable seating, catering onboard, Wi-Fi and they are accessible. Tourist tickets offer the previously mentioned amenities, whilst the Comfort tickets have extra leg room.

Train information from Portimao to Sintra with Intercidades:

Average Duration: 4 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $27

Comboios Portugal is the national railway company of Portugal and it operates trains from Portimao to Sintra. It operates a wide range of trains, including Intercidades, Interregional, Regional, and Urban trains. Intercidades are the fastest and most comfortable trains, offering direct connections between major cities. Interregional trains are slightly slower, but still offer a comfortable journey. Regional trains are the slowest, but they are the most affordable option. Urban trains are the most convenient way to get around the cities. Comboios Portugal offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Comboios Portugal are Lisbon to Porto, Lisbon to Faro, and Porto to Faro. These routes offer stunning views of the Portuguese countryside and coastline.

Train information from Portimao to Sintra with Comboios De Portugal:

Average Duration: 3 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $30
Comboios De Portugal frequency: 4 a day

Alfa Pendular offers high-speed train services connecting major cities in Portugal and is operated by Comboios de Portugal (CP). Alfa Pendular trains run from Portimao to Sintra with premium express trains reaching speeds of up to 220km/h. They offer a Tourist or standard ticket type with comfortable seats and a Conforto (Comfort) ticket type with more spacious seating. CP's Alfa Pendular trains are an excellent option for your train travel between major Portuguese cities like Lisbon, Porto, Coimbra and Braga.

FAQs: Trains from Portimao to Sintra

FAQs: Travel by train from Portimao to Sintra easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Portimao to Sintra.

Cheap train tickets from Portimao to Sintra can start from as little as $15 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Portimao to Sintra is $20 (€18); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Sintra from Portimao is on average 4 h 20 min for the 123 mile (198 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Sintra from Portimao by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Portimao to Sintra leaves at 6: 31 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Portimao to Sintra leaves at 3: 19 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Portimao to Sintra which require at least one change with Intercidades or Comboios De Portugal. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Sintra. Take the fast train with Intercidades from Portimao to Sintra.

For the best Portimao to Sintra train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Intercidades or Comboios De Portugal. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Portimao to Sintra to compare what amenities they may offer.

A trip to Sintra from Portimao is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Portimao to Sintra is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Portimao to Sintra including taking a flight, bus or train.