How to get from Sintra to Porto
- 278 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 52m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 52m
1 transfer
Train
€28
Cheapest
4h 22m
1 transfer
Train + Bus
€17
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Sintra to Porto. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 22m by train, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 278 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
278 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €29Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 3h 52m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €17Reading date not recorded | 4h 22m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€29Omio catalogue, Sep 253h 52m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€17Reading date not recorded4h 22m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Sintra to Porto: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sintra → LisbontrainComboios de Portugal·47m
- 2Lisbon → Portobus
FlixBus·3h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusLisbon-PortoBook →CP - Comboios de PortugalLisbon-PortoBook →On this route you travel with Comboios de Portugal, FlixBus, CP - Comboios de Portugal; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Sintra to Porto works
Start with a Comboios de Portugal train from Sintra to Lisbon, about 47 min. Transfer in Lisbon and continue by FlixBus bus on to Porto (3h 15m). In total it's roughly €17 over 4h 22m, 1 transfer.
Sintra to Porto: common questions
How long does it take to get from Sintra to Porto?
The most useful route takes about 4h 22m by train, bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Sintra to Porto?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Sintra to Porto?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Porto from Sintra?
About 278 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Sintra to Porto cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €17. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Sintra to Porto?
On this route you travel with Comboios de Portugal, FlixBus, CP - Comboios de Portugal.
Can you get from Sintra to Porto without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 2h 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sintra to Porto?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Comboios de Portugal, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026