Let’s make tolls in Portugal simple

Many travelers get confused by the different toll systems in Portugal. It can be tricky to understand that some highways have traditional toll booths, others are fully electronic, and there are multiple payment methods involved.

If you’re visiting Portugal for the first time or planning to rent a car, this guide is for you.

We’ll walk you through how tolls work and how the Toll Service can make your journey safer and stress-free. Ready to enjoy a smoother trip with Guerin?

Traditional tolls are the most common and familiar. Drivers stop at a toll gate, select a payment method, and continue on their way.

Fully electronic toll roads have no physical toll booths. Your vehicle’s license plate is read by sensors and cameras as you drive through the toll gantry.

These are especially common in the north and center of Portugal. They’re convenient but can be confusing for those unfamiliar with the system—particularly foreign visitors or rental car users.

Depending on the type of toll road, there are different ways to pay:

Via Verde: an electronic device that allows you to drive through any toll without stopping. Requires purchase and contract.

Bank card: pay using contactless or by inserting your card.

Cash: coins or notes accepted at toll booths.

Via Verde: ideal for residents or frequent users.

Toll Card / Easy Toll: prepaid options or linked to your credit card, activated online.

Toll Service: offered by car rental companies, requires no setup. Cars are equipped with a device that automatically logs toll use. This is the simplest solution for rental vehicles.

Will you be renting a car for travelling in Portugal? Toll Service ensures you won’t have to worry about navigating electronic toll roads.

Avoids fines for missed toll payments

Let's you drive freely on electronic and traditional toll highways

Automatic payment – nothing to worry about

Instant access – just request it when you rent your car

Transparent pricing and simple billing

This highway uses traditional toll booths. You can pay with cash, card, or Via Verde (if your vehicle is equipped).

This route has electronic tolls only. Without a valid payment method like the Toll Service, you may face complicated systems or fines if deadlines are missed.

No, electronic tolls don’t have booths. You must use an electronic system like Toll Service.

Yes, Toll Service covers all electronic toll roads in mainland Portugal.

No. The entire process is managed by Guerin. In case of use, the customer will only have to pay the traditional ou electronic tolls at the end of the rental period, as well as a service activation fee of 1,85€ per day.

All vehicles provided by Guerin include Toll Service ready to use.

If you are thinking of renting a car to explore Portugal and want complete freedom, Toll Service is essential and is included with your rental. Just bear in mind that at the end of your booking, you will need to pay for the service used. This way, you avoid surprises, fines and complications throughout your trip.

At Guerin, we want your journey to be smooth and stress-free. That’s why we offer well-equipped cars, ready to go, with Toll Service already set up.