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Car rental in Portugal

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Driving in Portugal

Currency
EUR
Driving side
Right-hand traffic
Speed limits
50 / 90 / 120 km/h
Alcohol limit
0.5 ‰
Motorway tolls
tolls on some motorways
Rental locations
10
Rental offices
212
Rental companies
16

Rules of the road

Speed limits are 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads and 120 km/h on motorways. The alcohol limit is 0.5 ‰, and 0.2 ‰ in the first years of driving.

Tolls and winter tyres

Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Snow chains must be carried where signs require them.

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Frequently asked questions

Portugal: which side of the road do they drive on?

On the right. Speed limits are posted at the roadside and differ between towns, open roads and motorways.

Which currency will I be charged in?

Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.

Can I drive the car into another country?

Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.

What are the speed limits in Portugal?

50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads, 120 km/h on motorways.

Are the motorways tolled?

Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Payment is by card or an electronic tag.

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Payment and drivers

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