One-way car rental from Lisbon to Porto
Hiring a car for a one-way trip in Portugal is a popular choice among holidaymakers and business travelers. It’s not uncommon to find yourself in a situation where you need to hire a car at one location and drop it at another. For instance, leisure tourists in large numbers rent a car in Lisbon and drop it in Porto. While most of the rental car companies in Portugal offer one-way fees as a free rental inclusion, there may be a few that do not. Always read the rental car supplier’s terms and conditions carefully before making a reservation.Car hire suppliers offering vehicles for Lisbon – Porto one-way rental
Ace Rent a Car, Alamo, Bravacar, Centauro, Dollar Rent a Car, Dollar Thrifty, Enterprise, Europcar, Firefly, Hertz, Keddy by Europcar, Movyng Rent a Car, National, Sadorent, Sixt, and SurPrice are our rental car partners that offer rental cars for a Lisbon – Porto 1-way trip. The choice of rental vehicles includes – mini, economy, compact, standard/intermediate, full-size, van/minivan, SUV, luxury/premium, and convertible.Car hire locations in Lisbon and Porto
Our car hire partners offer rental cars at the following locations in Lisbon and Porto, with Lisbon Airport and Porto Airport being the popular pick-up/drop-off points.| City | Car rental pick-up/drop-off locations |
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| Lisbon | Lisbon Airport, Amadora, Benfica, Campo Alameda, Coracao de Jesus, Lisbon Downtown, Hotel Tivoli Avenida Liberdade, Olivais, Oriente Railway Station, Prior Velho, Santa Apolonia Railway Station, Sintra |
| Porto | Porto Airport, Campanha Railway Station, Porto Downtown, Maia, Ramalde |
A brief overview of the road trip from Lisbon to Porto
Both Lisbon and Porto are beautiful coastal cities of Portugal. Starting from Lisbon, the Portuguese capital, your 1-way road trip will include nine scenic destinations before terminating at Porto. Covering 569 km (354 miles) in your rental car, you will go via Cabo Da Roca, Sintra, Cabo Carvoeiro, Obidos, Caves Mira De Aire, Tomar, Buçaco Forest, Espinho, and Vila Nova De Gaia. Have a look at the road map and the following table for more clarity.| Road trip details | |
|---|---|
| Starting point | Lisbon |
| Ending point | Porto |
| Distance | 569 km |
| Recommended duration | 4 – 5 days |
| Transportation | Rental car |
Cabo da Roca
Also known as Cape Roca, Cabo da Roca is a cape and the westernmost point of continental Europe. Located about 40.5 km away from Lisbon, Cabo da Roca is situated in Sintra, a city in Portugal’s Lisbon region. Besides featuring a beautiful landscape, the place is famous for its stunning views of the sunsets. Cabo da Roca is easily accessible by car, which you can park for free at a nearby parking lot.
Sintra
Sintra is a major tourist destination in Portugal’s Greater Lisbon region. Situated just 18.4 km away from Cabo da Roca, the city is best known for its unmissable collection of castles and historic places. Sintra also plays host to two major events namely, Open de Portugal and Bilderberg Meetings. Points of interest in Sintra include – Azenhas do Mar, Monserrate Palace, Pena National Palace, Praia da Ursa, Quinta da Regaleira, and Seteais Palace.
Cabo Carvoeiro
Located about 116 km northwest of Sintra, Cabo Carvoeiro or Cape Carvoeiro is situated in Central Portugal’s Leiria District. Lying in Peniche peninsula’s westernmost point along the Atlantic coast, the cape is now a natural terrestrial and maritime reserve. The place is also close to Gruta da Furninha, a site where prehistoric remains of a human settlement were found. An 82-feet-high lighthouse is also a popular site among tourists.
Obidos
Just 29.3 km east of Cabo Carvoeiro lies Obidos, a medieval town settled over a hillock. Situated near the Atlantic coast, Obidos is known for its meticulous preservation of medieval architecture. You can explore its old streets, walls, squares, and the castle, which is also home to a luxury hotel. Besides the pleasing architecture, Obidos is also famed for its Praia D’el Rey golf complex, one of the best golf courses in Europe.
Caves Mira de Aire
Spread across 11 km, the Moinhos Velhos Cave is an important cave system in Portugal. Known for its uniqueness, Portugal’s largest caves are just 85 km away from Obidos. You can explore the caves by opting for a group tour, which is headed by a local guide. As there as well-defined levels with plenty of galleries located in-between, you can spend plenty of time to know more about the caves’ formation and its tiny inhabitants such as beetles and spiders.
Tomar
Located about 47.1 km northeast of Caves Mira de Aire, Tomar is a historic city in Portugal’s Santarem District. Tomar came into existence in the 12th century following the orders of Gualdim de Pais, the Knight Templar’s fourth grandmaster. Tourist attractions in Tomar include – Castle and Convent of the Order of Christ – a Unesco World Heritage Site, Aqueduct of Pegões, Church of Santa Maria do Olival, Synagogue of Tomar, and Church of Saint John the Baptist.
Buçaco Forest
Also called Mata Nacional do Buçaco or Bussaco Forest, Buçaco Forest is a massive forest area spread across 105 hectares. Situated about 116 km north of Tomar, the forest is home to more than 250 species of various shrubs and trees. Besides the overwhelming greenery, you can explore the ruins of the Bussaco Palace Hotel and the Buçaco convent. Please note that you will have to pay an entry fee of €5 to take your car inside the park.
Espinho
Situated about 94.6 km northeast of Buçaco Forest, Espinho is a beautiful city in Portugal’s Aveiro District. Forming part of the Metropolitan Area of Porto, Espinho is among the smallest municipalities of the country. As the city is a popular beach resort destination, you can take part in a variety of water sports and outdoor activities. Worth seeing places in Espinho include – Casino Solverde, Feira de Espinho, and Igreja de Matriz Cathedral.
Vila Nova de Gaia
Your last destination for this road trip is just 10.3 km away from Porto. Vila Nova de Gaia is settled on the banks of the River Douro. You can cover both Espinho and Vila Nova de Gaia by planning a day trip while staying in Porto. Points of interest in Vila Nova de Gaia include – Gaia Biological Park, Jardim do Morro, The Littoral Station of Aguda, Local Nature Reserve of the Douro Estuary, and the Granja beach.Lisbon to Porto one-way car hire price
Given below is a table that shows the prices of rental cars for the 1-way trip from Lisbon to Porto. The rental car category compared is ‘Mini’. Please note that the rates mentioned below are for a car hired for 7 days.| Supplier | Car rental price for 7 days |
|---|---|
| Sixt Car Hire Portugal | €59.73 |
| Alamo Rent a Car Portugal | €229.38 |
| Enterprise Rent-A-Car Portugal | €237.14 |
| National Car Rental Portugal | €245.48 |
| Dollar Thrifty Car Rental Portugal | €389.96 |
| Centauro Rent a Car Portugal | €389.96 |
| Firefly Car Rental Portugal | €145.70 |
| Hertz Rent a Car Portugal | €120.49 |
| Surprice Car Rentals Portugal | €128.21 |
* Prices are for September 2019 and subject to change without prior notice.
Portugal reveals its hidden gems to those who explore its countryside. For a leisure tourist willing to go beyond conventional sites, hiring a car is the best way. With Portugal Rental Cars offering cheap rental cars at hundreds of locations across Portugal, you may plan as many road trips as you may wish. Check out our road trip guides for Porto to Faro and a bit shorter Lisbon to Faro, Algarve for more exciting journeys in Portugal.
