Tracking transportation for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · National NewsPortugal's nationwide strike on June 3 will cancel up to 500 flights and halt metro, bus, and rail services. Plan ahead if traveling or commuting early June.
National News · TransportationRoad deaths in Portugal jump 36% in 2026 with fatal crashes on EN13 and EN256. ANSR data shows national roads deadliest. Safety tips and impact for commuters.
Transportation · Health18-year-old injured in Carcavelos e-scooter crash. 72 accidents in 2 months nationwide. Essential helmet rules, fines & safety laws for Portugal residents.
Transportation · PoliticsPorto grants taxis legal access to Fernão Magalhães bus corridor in 6-month pilot. What this means for your commute and wait times in 2025.
Transportation · Economy€114M upgrade quadruples Linha do Minho capacity. Commute times drop 5-8 mins, freight rises 167%. Work starts now through early 2030.
Transportation · National NewsLisbon's Graça Funicular now runs 7am-9pm daily, doubling morning access for commuters. Navegante pass holders get priority. Full safety certification confirmed.
Environment · TransportationPortugal's transport sector threatens 2030 climate goals. Fuel consumption jumped 2.5% in Q1 2026, jeopardizing the 55% emission reduction target.
Sports · TransportationFC Porto wins title on May 2. Downtown Porto closes Saturday evening. Metro extends to 3 AM. Traffic disruptions on Ponte Luiz I until 1 AM. Plan your route now.
Tourism · TransportationRyanair left the Azores in March 2026. Discover how airfares changed, which new carriers serve the islands, and what this shift means for residents and visitors.