Car Rental in Sintra

Sintra-Abrunheira is located in the southern part of the Sintra region, about 5 km south of Sintra's historic center and 30 km west of Lisbon. Here you'll find 2 car rental companies offering a good selection of vehicles for trips along the Lisbon coast. With a rental car you can reach the Estoril coast and Cascais in under 20 minutes.

The area borders the A16 and IC19 motorways, making it easy to head toward Lisbon or further west to Cabo da Roca – Europe's westernmost point, about 20 km away. The nearest shopping center Alegro Sintra is just 2 km north. Book a rental car in advance during the summer months as the Sintra region attracts enormous numbers of tourists.

Choose a smaller car – the narrow roads up to the Pena Palace and Monserrate are tight. Consider refueling in Abrunheira before heading into the mountains, as gas stations are scarce along the historic routes. How far is it from Sintra-Abrunheira to Lisbon city center?

It's about 30 km and takes approximately 35–45 minutes by car via IC19/A37 depending on traffic. Can I drive the rental car to Cabo da Roca? Yes, Cabo da Roca is about 20 km to the west and takes about 25 minutes.

Most rental cars allow this without restrictions. Is there parking at the rental locations in Abrunheira? Yes, both rental companies in the area have their own parking which makes pick-up and return convenient.

We compare prices from all major providers at Sintra Abrunheira so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.