The cheapest and fastest trains from Sintra to Faro
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
3 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
235 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sintra to Faro is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sintra to Faro will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $32.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sintra for Faro every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 235 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sintra to Faro
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sintra to Faro among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 235 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average Price Cheapest | $40 Average Price | $136 Average Price |
3h 47m Average total duration 3h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sintra to Faro train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IR 810 · AP 180 | 7:46 am Sabugo | 3h37 | 11:23 am Faro station | 1 change | |
IR 810 · AP 180 | 7:54 am Mira Sintra-Melecas | 3h29 | 11:23 am Faro station | 1 change | |
R 6408 · AP 184 | 2:54 pm Sabugo | 5h29 | 8:23 pm Faro station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sintra to Faro
Distance 235 km |
Average train duration 3h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 25m |
First train 06:51 |
Last train 15:19 |
Train companies: Comboios De Portugal from Sintra to Faro trainsComboios De Portugal trains will get you between Sintra and Faro from $7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sintra to Faro train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sintra and Faro
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road.
- O Seu Café
- Restaurante Centenário
- Choco & Nut
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Faro & Beach Club
- Hotel Eva Senses
- Best Western Hotel Dom Bernardo
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
