Tolls in Portugal: All information and toll routes

In Portugal, there is a mandatory toll for cars and trucks on many motorways and dual carriageways. Invoicing is undertaken via the electronic Via Verde system, which enables simple, automatic and transparent payment processing. Either a Via Verde transponder or registration with registration number capture is required for use on electronic sections. The system facilitates route planning for drivers and companies and contributes to the financing, maintenance and modernisation of the Portuguese road network.

Mandatory toll for cars and trucks – on all motorways and dual carriageways subject to a fee
Route-dependent fees – depending on number of axles and vehicle height
Electronic entry via Via Verde or ETO – automatic invoicing via transponder or registration number entry

The toll system in Portugal is used to finance, maintain and modernise the national road and motorway network. It helps to make the transport network safe, efficient and environmentally friendly. The Via Verde system is responsible for collection and administration, which enables automatic recording and invoicing on almost all toll-charged motorways and dual carriageways.

The toll is charged conventionally or electronically depending on the route and operator. All cars, trucks and buses incur a charge based on the number of axles and height of the vehicle. Some private motorways have their own tariffs or manual payment systems at toll booths. In addition, separate fees may apply on certain bridges, tunnel sections or routes.

In Portugal, all heavy goods vehicles are subject to a truck toll. It serves to finance, maintain and modernise the Portuguese road network. The country uses a state-of-the-art Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) designed to make traffic more fluid and reduce environmental impact.

Vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes are subject to tolls

Trucks and other commercial vehicles with a gross vehicle weight over 3.5 tonnes are subject to tolls in Portugal. Depending on the section of motorway, it is recorded via various systems: ViaVerde (with on-board unit) or Electronic Toll Only (ETO) on some routes without toll booths. Fees are calculated according to number of axles and vehicle height.

An electronic toll box is recommended for international freight forwarders and fleet operators to process payments automatically. This eliminates the need for manual payment at toll booths, saving time and reducing administrative overhead.

Toll-exempt vehicles

Some vehicle groups are exempt from the Portuguese truck toll or benefit from discounts – including emergency services vehicles such as police, fire and rescue. Electric or low-emission commercial vehicles can also benefit from reduced toll rates through government initiatives.

In Portugal, there is no standard motorway toll charged for cars, but almost all motorways and many dual carriageways have tolls. The roads are managed by different operators, so systems and tariffs may differ depending on the route. Drivers should take this into account when planning their trip, as the costs vary according to the number of axles and vehicle height.

Vehicle class 1 or vehicle class 2 applies for cars up to a total weight of 3.5 tonnes - depending on the height of the front axle. Tolls can either be paid in cash or via card at conventional toll booths or processed electronically via the Via Verde system. Vehicles with Via Verde transponders use special lanes and pay automatically without having to stop.

There are no toll booths on purely electronic toll routes marked with blue signs inscribed "Electronic Toll Only". Payment on site is not possible there; vehicles must be registered in advance or equipped with an electronic device that automatically records and pays the toll.

Motorcycles belong to vehicle class 1 and pay a discounted fee. Electric and hybrid vehicles can benefit from discounts on certain routes through government initiatives.

In Portugal, tolls are collected on many motorways and dual carriageways via conventional and electronic toll systems. The operator Via Verde provides an up-to-date overview of toll routes and section tolls on its website. More information about Via Verde toll routes.

On conventional toll routes, drivers take a ticket at the entrance, which is paid at toll booths when exiting or changing motorways. For vehicles equipped with a Via Verde transponder, there are separate lanes that can be crossed without stopping. No cash or card payment is possible on exclusively electronic toll routes that are marked with blue signs inscribed "Electronic Toll Only". Here, vehicles must be registered in advance or equipped with a transmitter that automatically records and bills the toll.

A17: Marinha Grande – Mira
A28: Esposende – Oporto section
A29: Vila Nova de Gaia – Estarreja
A41: External Regional Circular of Porto
A42: Connection to A41 (Ermesinde) – Paços de Ferreira

In Portugal, tolls are charged at conventional toll booths or electronically, depending on route type. The Via Verde system used nationwide enables simple and automatic payment via transponder, while the Electronic Toll Only (ETO) system is used on purely electronic sections. There are no toll booths on these sections of road and payments are only possible digitally. Vehicles must be registered in advance or equipped with a suitable transmitter (on-board unit) that automatically records and debits the use of toll roads.

For vehicles under 3.5 tonnes

For cars and camper vans up to 3.5 tonnes, which fall under vehicle class 1 or 2, tolls can either be paid manually at toll booths with cash or via credit card, or billed electronically via Via Verde. Manual payment is not possible on ETO routes. Drivers without transponders can register their vehicle registration number with the Portuguese Post Office (CTT) or online and pay the fees retrospectively.

For vehicles over 3.5 tonnes

Trucks, buses and transport vehicles over 3.5 tonnes are subject to the truck toll, which is calculated depending on the route. Billing is undertaken via special OBU devices or authorised European toll service providers. Fees are based on the number of axles and height of the vehicle.

Low-emission vehicles in Portugal benefit in part from reductions to promote sustainable mobility. Anyone using toll roads without valid registration or payment face fines. Early registration with Via Verde or an authorised toll provider helps to avoid penalties and surcharges.

Valid for vehicles	Route	Payment options
Vehicles < 3.5 tonnes	Motorways, bridges	UTA One® Move toll box; Via Verde transponder; payment in cash/credit card at toll booths
Vehicles > 3.5 tonnes	Motorways, bridges	UTA One® next toll box; UTA MultiBox® toll box; UTA MultiBox®light/light vario toll box (only via Verde); Telepass EU toll box

Tolls in Portugal

General information

Toll provider: VIA Verde

Vehicles subject to tolls

Truck tolls in Portugal

Vehicles weighing over 3.5 tonnes are subject to tolls

Toll-exempt vehicles

Car tolls in Portugal

Overview of toll routes

Electronic toll routes

Bridges

Toll payment

For vehicles under 3.5 tonnes

For vehicles over 3.5 tonnes

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