There are 7 ways to get from Seville to Sintra by bus, night bus, train, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Bus • 7h 45m
Cheapest option
Night bus • 7h 28m
5 alternative options
Night bus, train • 7h 51m
Train • 11h 21m
Drive • 4h 38m
Fly from Sevilla, line 18200 train • 4h 32m
Bus to Faro, fly • 5h 43m
Seville to Sintra by bus
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Seville to Sintra is to night bus which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 28m.
The fastest way to get from Seville to Sintra is to fly and line 18200 train which takes 4h 32m and costs €40 - €220.
No, there is no direct bus from Seville to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Seville and arriving at Sintra via Faro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
No, there is no direct train from Seville to Sintra. However, there are services departing from Sevilla-Santa Justa and arriving at Sintra via Merida, Badajoz, Entroncamento and Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 21m.
The distance between Seville and Sintra is 543 km. The road distance is 484.1 km.
The best way to get from Seville to Sintra without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs €40 - €65.
It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Seville to Sintra, including transfers.
Seville to Sintra bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Seville station.
Seville to Sintra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Sevilla-Santa Justa station.
The best way to get from Seville to Sintra is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs €40 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 11h 21m.
- Distance: 543.1 km
- Duration: 7h 45m
What companies run services between Seville, Spain and Sintra, Portugal?
You can take a bus from Seville to Sintra via Faro in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Seville to Sintra via Merida, Badajoz, Entroncamento, and Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente in around 11h 21m.
- Website
- flytap.com
Flights from Sevilla to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €70 - €410
Flights from Faro to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 51 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €190
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Sevilla to Lisboa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €29 - €280
Comboios de Portugal (CP) is the national railway network of Portugal that spans over 2700km, with trains split into three main types: regional, urban and intercity trains; international and domestic high-speed trains; and international night trains. Portugal's main stations are Santa Apolónia in Lisbon and Campanha in Porto – these connect to trains in Portugal's cities and international destinations. The Alfa Pendular, the fastest train in Portugal, is a popular travel choice, as it can run at a speed of up to 250 km/h. You can book train tickets up to 60 days in advance.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 210 900 032
- apoiocliente@cp.pt
- Website
- cp.pt
Train from Faro to Lisboa - Entrecampos
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 32m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €17 - €26
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Train from Badajoz to Entroncamento
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €10 - €16
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Train from Entroncamento to Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 24m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Train from Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente to Sintra
- Ave. Duration
- 47 min
- Frequency
- Every 20 minutes
- Estimated price
- €2 - €4
- Website
- https://www.cp.pt/passageiros/en
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Merida
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 23m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €20 - €29
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Merida to Badajoz
- Ave. Duration
- 32 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €7 - €10
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Seville to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Faro to Sintra
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €27 - €40
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 39m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Night bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Estação Rodoviária de Lisboa Oriente
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Night bus from Sevilla to Faro
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Rede Nacional de Expressos is a cheap and convenient way to get around the country. In business since 1995, Portugal’s biggest bus operator services villages and cities across the country. Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days before the date of travel, with discounted fares available via their free RFLEX Card. Most coaches have WiFi and power sockets.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +351 21 75 24 524
- Website
- rede-expressos.pt
Bus from Sevilla Plaza de Armas to Faro Airport
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €13 - €23
- Website
- https://www.rede-expressos.pt/en
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Seville to Sintra bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sintra station.
Sintra is 1h behind Seville. It is currently 6:27 AM in Seville and 5:27 AM in Sintra.
Seville to Sintra train services, operated by Comboios De Portugal, arrive at Estação Ferroviária de Lisboa Oriente station.
Yes, the driving distance between Seville to Sintra is 484 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Seville to Sintra.
Book your Seville to Sintra bus tickets online with FlixBus.
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