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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Sintra
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 58 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Sintra will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 4 buses that leave Madrid for Sintra every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 12 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 25 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Sintra
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £88.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price | £88 Average Price |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Sintra bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Sintra coaches for today, Saturday 6 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:25 Madrid | 15h25 | 22:50 Sintra | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:05 Madrid | 13h55 | 11:00 Sintra | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Sintra
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Buses from Madrid to Sintra run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 518 km distance in 13h 55m.
Distance 518 km |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 55m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy from Madrid to SintraYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Sintra with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Madrid to Sintra coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Sintra by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sintra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte), located 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Sintra
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
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