What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Sintra?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Sintra is to bus via Sete Rios which costs €40 - €85 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Sintra?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Sintra is to fly and line 18200 train which takes 4h 38m and costs €35 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Sintra?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Sintra?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Sintra via Badajoz, Entroncamento and Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Madrid to Sintra?

The distance between Madrid and Sintra is 558 km. The road distance is 624.2 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Sintra without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Sintra without a car is to bus via Sete Rios which takes 8h 25m and costs €40 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Sintra?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Madrid to Sintra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Sintra bus from?

Madrid to Sintra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Sintra train from?

Madrid to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Sintra?

The best way to get from Madrid to Sintra is to bus via Sete Rios which takes 8h 25m and costs €40 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €85 - €140 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Madrid to Sintra bus arrive?

Madrid to Sintra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios station.

What is the time difference between Madrid and Sintra?

Sintra is 1h behind Madrid. It is currently 5:46 PM in Madrid and 4:46 PM in Sintra.

Where does the Madrid to Sintra train arrive?

Madrid to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Badajoz station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Sintra?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Sintra is 624 km. It takes approximately 6h 35m to drive from Madrid to Sintra.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Sintra?

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Where can I stay near Sintra?

There are 9859+ hotels available in Sintra.

Madrid to Sintra - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, line 18200 train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Sintra by plane, train, bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Fly, line 18200 train
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1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)plane MAD - LIS
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Sintratrain
4h 38m
€35–205
Bus via Sete Rios
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Riosbus
8h 25m
€42–81
Train
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Badajoztrain Alv
2. Take the train from Badajoz to Entroncamentotrain Re
3. Take the train from Entroncamento to Lisboa Orientetrain Re / ...
10h 49m
€88–136
Drive 624.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Sintracar 624.2 km
6h 35m
€102–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cascais - Br São Joãobus Madrid
9h 2m
€44–83

Madrid to Sintra by bus and train

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Distance: 557.5 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Sintra, Portugal?

Rede Expressos operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Estação Rodoviária de Sete Rios 4 times a day. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 7h 45m. Gipsyy Portugal also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Sintra via Badajoz, Entroncamento, and Lisboa Oriente in around 10h 49m.

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