Day trips from Lisbon at a glance
Lisbon is a good base for day trips. Two of the best ones, Sintra and Cascais, run by suburban train and take about 40 minutes each. Cabo da Roca lies between them on the Atlantic coast. Fátima, Óbidos and Nazaré are further north and are easier by bus than by train.
Times in this guide are indicative. Traffic and timetables change, so check the operator's schedule before you go. Prices are adult rates for 2026 where we could confirm them.
The trips compared
Travel times from Lisbon. Longer trips are for a full day.
| Destination | How | Time | Distance | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sintra | Train from Rossio | About 40 min | – | Palaces and gardens |
| Cascais | Train from Cais do Sodré | About 40 min | – | Sea and old town |
| Cabo da Roca | Bus from Sintra or Cascais | – | – | Western edge of Europe |
| Óbidos | Bus | About 1 h 10 min | About 72 km | Walled town |
| Fátima | Bus | 1 h 20 min to 1 h 30 min | 119 km | Pilgrimage site |
| Nazaré | Bus | 1 h 25 min to 1 h 50 min | 121 km | Coast and beach |
Our picks: day trips
A full day to Sintra and the coast or a half day in a small group.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Half-day Sintra tour with Pena and Regaleira
A small group of up to eight in a minivan with a local guide. Entry is extra: Pena terraces €10, Quinta da Regaleira €20.
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Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo and Cascais by minivan
A minivan with a live guide in seven languages. Pena and Regaleira entries are only included with the ticket option; no hotel pick-up.
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Sintra, Pena, Regaleira, Cabo da Roca and Cascais
A guided day with Guincho beach and free time in Cascais. The low from-price is without entry tickets; Pena and Regaleira only with the ticket option.
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Guided day trips to Sintra, Cascais, Cabo da Roca and beyond, with transport included and live prices.
Sintra
Sintra is the most popular trip and a full day. Take the train from Rossio, about 40 minutes. Check the destination on the board, because some trains end at Mira Sintra-Meleças. Private cars may not use the hill roads to Pena and the Moorish Castle, so use buses 434 and 435 (24-hour ticket €13.50).
Plan around the Pena time slot. The Essential Visit costs €20, the Moorish Castle and Monserrate €12 each, Quinta da Regaleira €20. Our Sintra day trip guide has the full order for the day, and the pages on the Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira have details.
Cascais and Estoril
Trains of the Cascais line leave from Cais do Sodré and take about 40 minutes. Estoril lies on the same line, so you can stop there on the way. The timetable changed on 6 April and 28 September 2026, so check the current schedule at the station or with the operator.
The 24-hour ticket for €11.40 covers the Cascais line and the Sintra line, which helps if you plan two trips or use the metro in between. A single fare for the Cascais line was not confirmed for 2026. More detail is on our Cascais page.
Cabo da Roca
Cabo da Roca lies on the Atlantic coast, between Sintra and Cascais. The lighthouse visit costs €5 for the Essential ticket and €10 for the Panorama ticket. The courtyard and the interpretation centre are open from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm.
The park operator names two buses. Carris Metropolitana line 1253 runs from Sintra station, and line 1624 runs from the Cascais terminal, both to Portela de Sintra. Some sources also mention a Scotturb 403, but that is an older detail, so check on site. It is easy to combine Cabo da Roca with Sintra or Cascais on the same day.
Fátima, Óbidos and Nazaré
Further out, and best by bus. Figures are from operators and secondary sources and may change.
Fátima
119 km from Lisbon. The fastest FlixBus takes 1 hour 20 minutes, with fares from €4.48. Rede Expressos runs from Sete Rios in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The railway station called Fátima is in Chão de Maçãs, about 25 km from the sanctuary and poorly connected, so take the bus.
Óbidos
About 72 km. The bus from Lisbon takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, leaving from Campo Grande, with a fare of about €8. The train takes over two hours and needs a longer walk at the end. These details are not officially verified.
Nazaré
121 km. The fastest FlixBus takes 1 hour 25 minutes, with fares from €3.98. Rede Expressos from Sete Rios takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes. There is no useful train.
Each of these is a long day on the road. If you have only one day to spare, choose Sintra or Cascais first.
Choosing a day trip
Quick pointers by what you want.
Palaces and gardens
Choose Sintra. Budget around €70 for train, bus and three paid sights, without food.
Sea and relaxed streets
Choose Cascais, with a stop in Estoril on the same line.
Long coast view
Add Cabo da Roca to Sintra or Cascais by bus.
No hurry for a longer ride
Pick Óbidos, Fátima or Nazaré and book your bus in advance.
Day trips from Lisbon: frequently asked questions
What is the easiest day trip from Lisbon?
Sintra and Cascais, both about 40 minutes by train. Sintra leaves from Rossio and Cascais from Cais do Sodré.
Can I visit Sintra and Cascais on the same day?
It is possible, but Sintra alone fills most of a day. A 24-hour ticket for €11.40 covers both lines if you want to try.
How do I get to Cabo da Roca without a car?
By Carris Metropolitana bus 1253 from Sintra station or 1624 from Cascais, to Portela de Sintra. Check the current schedule first.
How far is Fátima from Lisbon?
119 km. The fastest bus takes 1 hour 20 minutes, and the train station is far from the sanctuary.
How far are Óbidos and Nazaré?
Óbidos is about 72 km and Nazaré 121 km. Both are easier by bus than by train.
Does the Lisboa Card help on day trips?
It gives a discount at the Sintra palaces, paid at the ticket office. It is not valid on buses 434 and 435.