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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.
Trains from Aveiro to Sintra run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 7:44 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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.
The most popular day trips by train from Sintra are Lisbon, Cascais, Estoril and Oeiras. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Sintra on Omio.

Lisbon is Portugal’s hilly Atlantic capital, known for tiled streets, yellow trams and views from Alfama. Maritime history, fado and a lively café culture give the city a relaxed but distinctive character.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:36.

Cascais is a stylish Atlantic seaside town known for its beaches, marina and historic centre. Once a fishing port and royal summer retreat, it feels refined yet relaxed, with ocean walks and easy access to Boca do Inferno.

Estoril is a refined seaside town on the Portuguese Riviera, known for its grand casino and broad beach. It pairs elegant villas and a palm-lined seafront with a calm Atlantic feel close to Lisbon.

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aveiro to Sintra by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sintra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aveiro to Sintra trains use the Aveiro to Sabugo station pair. Use this guide to compare Aveiro and Sintra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aveiro has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: O Bairro, Restaurante Maré Cheia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Aveiro. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Aveiro. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aveiro: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aveiro: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aveiro: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moliceiro, Hotel Aveiro Palace, Melia Ria Hotel & Spa.
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