I've been looking into trains from Lisbon Rossio to Sintra for a journey October 27. The train I'd like to take is the No 18825 that departs Lisbon 9:01 and arrives Sintra 9:38. When I checked the timetable the destination is Portela de Sintra. In looking at a map this isn't the same place as the "Sintra" station (to the west) which is where I thought the destination was. Should I be looking at the "suburban train" (No 18671 I think) that departs Sintra Rossio at 8:31 and arrives at 9:00? Is the No 18671 in high demand such that I should pre-book a ticket?
Posted by
Chicago
8178 posts
You need to select Sintra not Portela De Sintra as your destination.
Portela de Sintra is the stop before Sintra. Those trains don't sell out. The train arrives at 9:41
Posted by
Berkeley CA
1321 posts
You will buy your ticket from a kiosk upstairs.
There might be a line, or you might have trouble with the machine, so give yourself extra time.
When I was there last year there was a young employee who helped people at the machines which helped a lot.
If you are going to the castle up at the top of the hill (which is very cool!) you'll catch the bus just outside the station. As I recall we just paid the driver. It was crowded and I had to stand. Luckily I had a good handhold -- it was an E-ticket thrill ride speeding up the hill!
I really enjoyed Lisbon and Sintra. I hope that you do too!
Posted by
Boston, MA
138 posts
Jon,
You can use the “zapping “ card to go to Sintra, just make sure it has enough money loaded. Trains are very frequent, at least twice an hour, just make sure to take a direct one, ending in Sintra. I took 8:11 train 2 days ago, you can look up the schedule on CP website, or better download their app