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

The cheapest way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to bus which costs €17 - €40 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Sintra and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct bus from Sintra to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Portela de Sintra and arriving at Praça da República via Av. Fernão de Magalhães. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Sintra and Coimbra?

No, there is no direct train from Sintra to Coimbra. However, there are services departing from Sintra and arriving at Coimbra-B via Lisboa Oriente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Sintra to Coimbra?

The distance between Sintra and Coimbra is 217 km. The road distance is 218.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sintra to Coimbra without a car is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs €17 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Sintra to Coimbra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sintra to Coimbra bus from?

Sintra to Coimbra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, depart from Portela de Sintra station.

Where do I catch the Sintra to Coimbra train from?

Sintra to Coimbra train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Sintra station.

Train or bus from Sintra to Coimbra?

The best way to get from Sintra to Coimbra is to bus which takes 2h 47m and costs €17 - €40. Alternatively, you can line 18400 train and train, which costs €27 - €55 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Sintra to Coimbra bus arrive?

Sintra to Coimbra bus services, operated by Rede Expressos, arrive at Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra station.

Where does the Sintra to Coimbra train arrive?

Sintra to Coimbra train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Lisboa Oriente station.

Can I drive from Sintra to Coimbra?

Yes, the driving distance between Sintra to Coimbra is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Sintra to Coimbra.

Where can I stay near Coimbra?

There are 643+ hotels available in Coimbra.

Sintra to Coimbra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 18400 train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sintra to Coimbra by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbrabus 36 | Cascais
2h 47m
€18–38
Line 18400 train, train
1. Take the train from Sintra to Lisboa Orientetrain 18400 / ...
2. Take the train from Lisboa Oriente to Coimbra-Btrain Ic
3h 23m
€28–54
Drive 218.6 km
1. Drive from Sintra to Coimbracar 218.6 km
2h 15m
€34–50
Bus via Coimbra
1. Take the bus from Sintra to Coimbrabus 1009
3h 11m
€21–33

Sintra to Coimbra by train and bus

155Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.9 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Sintra, Portugal and Coimbra, Portugal?

Rede Expressos operates a bus from Portela de Sintra to Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra 3 times a day. Tickets cost €15–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sintra to Arcos do Jardim via Lisboa Oriente, Coimbra-B, and Estação Coimbra B in around 3h 23m.

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