Tracking transportation for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Transportation · EconomyCoimbra metrobus demand surges 86% above forecast. Metro Mondego orders five electric buses by August 2026 to handle demand and improve service frequency.
Transportation · National NewsPortugal's June 3, 2026 general strike: Lisbon Metro closed 31.5 hours, 500+ flights disrupted, no Tagus ferries. Essential guide for residents.
Transportation · TourismFog disrupts 175 flights at Ponta Delgada. Learn your passenger rights, hotel compensation options, and practical travel tips for Azores visitors and residents.
Transportation · PoliticsVila Franca das Naves station building closed since September 2025. Passengers wait in rain without facilities. Parish meets IP Património to demand reopening today.
Transportation · National NewsTruck fire closes A29 motorway near Avanca for four hours, affecting thousands of commuters. Safety gaps exposed.
Transportation · ImmigrationLisbon Airport border wait times falling with new staff and gates. Travel tips for summer: arrive 3-4 hours early for international flights.
Transportation · PoliticsPortugal general strike June 2-4 disrupts 500+ flights, trains, buses. Essential guide for travelers, workers, and parents navigating closures and delays.
Economy · TransportationDiesel and petrol dropping 12 cents next week in Portugal. Expect €6 savings per tank. Check DGEG portal for local station prices and latest updates.
Transportation · TourismHeavy fog in Azores cancels 1,351+ flights yearly. International routes diverted. Tourism economy faces €160M loss. Get essential insurance and travel tips.