Algarve to Sintra by train, bus, flight, taxi from EUR 30

How to get from Algarve to Sintra

Travelling between Algarve and Sintra is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 534.39 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 33.56.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 23 hours to travel between Algarve and Sintra depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Algarve and Sintra. Flight will bring you to your destination in 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 22h 55m to reach Sintra.

How much does it cost to get from Algarve to Sintra?

Travelling between Algarve and Sintra can be as cheap as USD 33.56 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 534.39 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Algarve and Sintra ?

4 from Algarve to Sintra starting from 06:05 Faro Airport until 18:10 Faro Airport
3 by Bus from Algarve to Sintra starting from 23:20 Faro Bus Station until 23:20 Faro Bus Station
4 from Algarve to Sintra starting from 00:00 Faro Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Faro Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Algarve to Sintra.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Algarve to Sintra, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 48.13.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Algarve and Sintra

TAP Portugal

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Algarve and Sintra

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Transportation from Algarve to Sintra

Facts about the transport from Algarve to Sintra

Cheapest Transport	$22
Fastest Transport	50m
Earliest Departure	6:05 AM
Latest Departure	11:20 PM
Departures per day	11
Distance	1146 kilometers
Transport Companies	TAP Portugal

Algarve to Sintra