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From Lisbon to Sintra: how to get?
To get from Lisbon to Sintra, travelers can take a train or an individual transfer. The trip by train takes 40 minutes (waiting time is about 10-20 minutes), the ticket price is EUR 2,25. By taking a transfer, you will get to the destination in about 35 minutes, the cost will be EUR 40. The distance between Lisbon and Sintra is 23 km.
For those who want to save their money, the cheapest option is to take a train. The trip by bus enables to visit Cascais, so if you are not running out of time, staying a bit in this town would be also an interesting idea. Finally, in case you need to get to Sintra as fast as possible, the transfer would be the most convenient option at any time, day or night.
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Sintra – the town of castles, palaces, and gardens
Sintra with its lush hills and the surrounding Atlantic coast is a place where Portuguese royals loved to spend their vacations. Lord Byron named the town “glorious Eden” for its 19th-century Romantic architecture, cobblestone streets, and dense forests. Three main sights: the medieval Castelo dos Mouros, the Pena National Palace, and the Sintra National Palace (a part of the Unesco Cultural Landscape of Sintra). Despite the fact that the village is pretty small, the route through the hills between all attractions is long and could be complicated for inexperienced tourists, so it is highly recommended to take a bus tour.
Train from Lisbon to Sintra
€2,25
10-20 minutes
40 minutes
Couple
There are more than 60 trains from Lisbon to Sintra that run every day and depart every 10-20 minutes. The train service is quick and cheap and for that very reason, this is a good option for a day trip. The first train leaves from Lisbon’s Rossio Train Station at 12:01 a.m. and the last one at 11:31 p.m. Tickets can be bought at the train station, there is no need to buy one in advanced. The price is EUR 2,25. The trip by Lisbon’s Urban Trains takes about 40 minutes. There is also an opportunity to take a bus from Cascais (a coastal town, 30 km west of Lisbon) to get to Sintra. The journey through Cascais will take at least 1,5 hours and will cost about EUR 7.
Train from Lisbon to Sintra:
CP Portuguese Railways
Timetable:
From 12:01 a.m. to 11:31 p.m.
Route:
Rossio Train Station – Sintra Train Station
Travel time:
40 minutes
Waiting time:
10-20 minutes
Comfort level:
Medium: all trains are quite comfortable, with convenient seats and plenty of space
Cost:
€2,25
Clients:
Those who want to make a day trip, young travelers, tourists without large luggage
How to find the train platform:
Lisbon’s Rossio Train Station is situated in the city center, close to the Restauradores subway station. From the airport, you can reach the train station with the subway (with one connection: Aeroporto- São Sebastião, São Sebastião- Restauradores).
Transfer from Lisbon to Sintra. Taxi
€40
3-5 min
35 min
Family
The private transfer from Lisbon Airport to Sintra is a good option for those who travel in a big group of people, with children or with large luggage. Besides, it is very comfortable for seniors and inexperienced tourists. The car journey time is about 35 minutes and the price starts at EUR 40.
Timetable:
24/7
Route:
To any address
Travel time:
35 minutes
Waiting time:
You will spend 3-5 minutes looking for a taxi.
There is no need to look for a pre-booked transfer: the driver will meet you at the exit from the arrival zone with a nameplate.
Comfort level:
High Taxi: no stops and no other passengers. Pre-booked transfer: air-conditioning, English-speaking operator, help with luggage, a capacious car for a group of tourists, online payment via card, pre-booking, child seat, etc.
Cost:
From EUR 40
Clients:
Families with children, big groups of people, tourists with large luggage, aged tourists, those who do not know the language.
Car rental in Lisbon
from €5
from 1 day
from 2 years
To rent a car without a driver to get from Lisbon Airport to Sintra, you’ll need an ID, a passport and an embossed credit card. Book a car in advance: in high season the choice of cars is small, and the prices are much higher. Insurance and unlimited mileage are included in the price of car rental per day. It’s difficult to find a parking space in the historical quarters of Lisbon, and it’s not easy to drive along narrow streets, so choose small cars. You can rent a car at Lisbon Airport.
How to get from Lisbon to Sintra?
Sintra is a beautiful town, which is situated not far away from Lisbon. The cheapest option is to take a train. Traveling by bus would be much longer and more expensive, however, you will have an opportunity to visit Cascais. For those who value comfort, it is better to book a transfer. So choose your own way of traveling and enjoy Sintra!