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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sintra to Madrid
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
17 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sintra to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sintra to Madrid will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sintra for Madrid every day 2 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 17 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 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 Sintra to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sintra to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 518 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £92 Average Price | £89 Average Price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sintra to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sintra to Madrid coaches for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:45 Sintra | 18h25 | 04:10 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:35 Sintra | 17h10 | 05:45 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
| 05:35 Sintra | 17h25 | 23:00 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sintra to Madrid
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Buses from Sintra to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 518 km distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 518 km |
Average bus duration 8h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, Ourbus from Sintra to MadridYou can travel by bus between Sintra to Madrid with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, Gipsyy, Ourbus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sintra to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sintra to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sintra, Av. Mário Firmino Miguel (Portela de Sintra - Estação Norte), which is located around 0.3 miles (496 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses, located 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sintra and Madrid
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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