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Museu de Arte Moderna de Sintra
Small art museum in São Martinho with changing exhibitions focused on Portuguese modern and contemporary artists.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
3 h 35 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
3 h 46 m
Buses on 05 Sept
11
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Porto to Sintra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Porto to Sintra will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 11 buses from Porto to Sintra, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Porto to Sintra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £99.
Distance: 269 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £99 Average Price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 2h 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Porto to Sintra:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Porto to Sintra costing on average £27.
A coach is £91 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Porto to Sintra costing on average £99.
Other travel options to Sintra take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Coach takes on average 6h 23m.
The table below shows live departures for Porto to Sintra coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 20:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 23:50 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
52+ 36 | 6:30 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h55 | 12:25 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 17:10 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:15 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 16:50 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 changesdirect | |
53 · 36 | 15:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 4h55 | 19:55 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h35 | 19:35 Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 3h55 | 19:55 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 changesdirect | |
52+ 36 | 17:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 22:40 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 change | |
49 · 36 | 17:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 22:40 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 change | |
75+ 36 | 17:00 Porto, Aeroporto Francisco Sá Carneiro | 5h40 | 22:40 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:30 Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã | 4h10 | 22:40 Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Porto to Sintra run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:35, the last at 20:15. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 6:35 |
Last bus 20:15 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Sintra — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sintra trip today.
Small art museum in São Martinho with changing exhibitions focused on Portuguese modern and contemporary artists.
Compact museum displaying regional archaeological finds that help explain Sintra’s long human history.
Museum presenting local natural history collections, archaeology and regional heritage in Sintra’s historic centre.
Historic heart of Sintra with tiled facades, small lanes, palace views and easy access to major sights.
Dramatic clifftop viewpoint on the Atlantic coast, prized for sunsets, sea air and broad ocean panoramas.
Forested park around Pena Palace with lakes, pavilions and shaded paths ideal for a longer scenic walk.
Pillow-shaped puff pastry filled with almond and egg-yolk cream. Sintra’s best-known sweet, long tied to local pastry shops and day trips from Lisbon.
Small cheesecake-like tart of fresh cheese, sugar, eggs and cinnamon. A historic Sintra pastry linked to the town’s convent and bakery traditions.
Traditional Portuguese salted cod, often baked with cream, onions and potatoes. A classic comfort dish widely eaten in Sintra and across Portugal.
Long-established Sintra restaurant serving Portuguese classics and regional specialities in a refined yet traditional setting.
Popular casual spot for petiscos, local wine and Portuguese comfort food, close to Sintra’s historic centre.
Historic restaurant known for traditional Portuguese dishes and old-world dining rooms in the heart of Sintra.
Moderate for Portugal: Sintra is pricier than many inland towns, with higher tourist dining and lodging costs, but local buses and trains from Lisbon remain fairly affordable.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service; in cafés and taxis, small change or rounding up is typical.
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Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte) -> Sintra station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porto 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.

Most Porto to Sintra buses use the Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã to Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul station pair, with some services arriving at Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte). Use this guide to compare Porto and Sintra bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã is 2 km from Porto city centre. Public transport options include:
Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetaria Terminal (in the station), Restaurante Campanhã (0.5 km), Tasquinha do Caco (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã.
Available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto, Terminal Intermodal de Campanhã: Elevators.
Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul. ATMs are available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Ticket office support is available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul.
Available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sintra, Portela Estacao Sul: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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