How much does a train ticket from Lisbon to Sintra cost?

What companies run services between Lisbon and Sintra? Comboios De Portugal operates a train from Lisboa - Sete Rios to Sintra every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €1 - €3 and the journey takes 35 min.



In 2026, a one-way adult train ticket from Lisbon to Sintra costs €2.40, while the return trip is simply double that at €4.80. To travel, you must first purchase a reusable Navegante (formerly Viva Viagem) card for a one-time fee of €0.50. This card can be topped up at station kiosks or machines using cash or contactless cards. If you use the "Zapping" method—where you load a monetary balance onto the card in advance—the fare is slightly discounted to approximately €1.90 each way. The journey takes about 40 minutes and departs frequently from Rossio Station (most central) or Oriente and Entrecampos. There is no need to book these tickets in advance as they are regional trains and seats are not assigned. For seniors (65+) and children, the fare is reduced by 50% to €1.20. It is a highly reliable and scenic route, making it the most popular way for tourists to access the Pena Palace and other Sintra landmarks.

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Sintra Train Tickets It costs €0.50, so if your trip to Sintra is the first time you're taking the train in Lisbon, the total cost will be €2.80, and for your return to Lisbon you just need to add a single trip ticket to the card (for €2.30).

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As the Lisbon to Sintra railway is an urban route, tickets and seats cannot be pre-booked. However there is no real need, as there are usually plenty of free seats. Advice: Due to the popularity of Sintra, there can be long queues at Rossio station for tickets.

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Travel for free and enjoy free access to Lisbon's best museums and attractions with the Lisboa Card. The card includes free admission to the Torre de Belem, Jeronimos Monastery and the Santa Justa Elevator among others. The Lisboa Card also includes free transport by metro to and from the airport.

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While you can see the main highlights of Sintra in one day, we recommend at least two days in Sintra. This will allow you to see the most popular castles such as Pena Palace, the Moorish Castle, or Quinta de Regaleira, but also explore the area deeper and visit some lesser-known gems such as Monserrate Palace.

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In the peak season, the best time slots do sell out, so it is strongly recommended that you purchase your tickets before your trip to Sintra.

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You can visit Sintra without a tour and that's how many people will do it. But going from Lisbon to Sintra for the day does involve quite a few logistics, including the train to get there, the bus to get around, tickets at each sight – not to mention dealing with the crowds!

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Sintra town is divided into two separate areas…. the new and old town. Both areas are small and very walkable. The old town centers around the National Palace of Sintra and the original village.

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Getting to Sintra from Lisbon is easy. There are trains at least every 30 minutes on weekdays, every 30 minutes at weekends, from Lisbon's city centre Rossio station.

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Visiting Sintra is one of the must-do things in Lisbon! So most people only come here for a day. If you only have one day to visit Sintra, the best way to do it is by taking a day trip from Lisbon. There are many organized day trips.

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Don't be like me—wear sneakers, or at least sturdier sandals. Due to its altitude and location closer to the coast, Sintra is often chillier than Lisbon, which was definitely the case when we visited. I recommend dressing in layers, and bringing a light jacket or sweater.

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A castle ? Pena Palace ? sits very high up on the hill above Sintra. So high, it's not easily seen from town. Constructed in the 1800s, it's considered one of the world's great examples of Romantic architecture. Up on that same hill, there is an 10th century fortified wall and battlement built by the Moors.

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The 434 bus service is designed for tourists, and the fares reflect this. The highly promoted 24-hour ticket costs €15, a single fare costs € 4.10, and the Pena Circuit Round Trip €7.60.

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Standard fare is 5 euros per person. They are slower than taxi but make for a very pleasant, open air ride up to Pena Palace. And no waiting for bus. There are tuk tuks waiting at the train station, at city center/National Palace, at Pena Palace and at Moorish Castle.

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What is the national dish of Lisbon? The national dish of Portugal is considered to be Bachlhau, which is a salted cod that can be prepared in hundreds of ways. Two popular Bacalhau dishes in Lisbon include Bacalhau à brás (shredded cod with fried potatoes and onions) and Bacalhau com natas (cod with cream).

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Setting a Food Budget for Lisbon The most frugal traveler should set aside about €25 for food per day: for example, €3 for breakfast, €8 for lunch and €12 for dinner, plus €2 for a snack. If you're willing to spend a bit more—but are still watching your wallet—you should budget about €40 per day for food in Lisbon.

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While most places in Lisbon will take your card, there are still many places that operate on a cash-only basis.

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