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FUEL AND ENERGY STRATEGIC ANALYTICS TERMINAL // DATA POINTS COLLECTED: 1,064
Latest Update: March 9, 2026
EURO 95
€1.776
[ UPDATED: 2026-03-09 ]
#21 of 27 EU countries
Vs Last Week
+4.29%
Vs EU Average
+7.77%
€1.00ALL-TIME RANGE (2005-01-03–2026)€2.17
66% of historical peak
DIESEL
€1.817
[ UPDATED: 2026-03-09 ]
Vs Last Week
+11.47%
Vs EU Average
+3.94%
€0.83ALL-TIME RANGE€2.08
79% of historical peak
🚗 Fuel is 9.9% cheaper in Spain
Euro 95 at €1.601/L — save €8.75 per 50L tank
Best Time to Travel · Portugal Seasonal Fuel Patterns
Based on 22+ years of weekly data (1057 data points) · hover any bar for detail
Euro 95 — cheapest in Jan,
most expensive in Jul, saving up to €3.5 per tank.
EURO 95▼ €1.457 Jan→▲ €1.527 Julsave €3.5/tank
▲ Jan (cheapest · €1.457)Jul (priciest · €1.527) ▲
DIESEL▼ €1.295 May→▲ €1.334 Octsave €1.93/tank
▲ May (cheapest · €1.295)Oct (priciest · €1.334) ▲
Current month (Mar)
50L tank comparison · 22yr historical avg
NEIGHBORING COUNTRIES // PRICE COMPARISON
Price History
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War Impact on Portugal Fuel Prices
Euro 95 & Diesel price change (%) from Week 0
Russia-Ukraine War
Started Feb 24, 2022
2026 Iran War
Started Feb 28, 2026
| Date | Euro 95 (€/L) | Diesel (€/L) |
|---|---|---|
| €1.776 | €1.817 | |
| €1.703 | €1.630 | |
| €1.686 | €1.600 | |
| €1.684 | €1.582 | |
| €1.674 | €1.586 | |
| €1.665 | €1.585 | |
| €1.665 | €1.573 | |
| €1.663 | €1.556 | |
| €1.659 | €1.537 | |
| €1.656 | €1.534 | |
| €1.654 | €1.526 | |
| €1.651 | €1.525 | |
| €1.679 | €1.552 |
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TIME MACHINE // EXPLORE HISTORICAL PRICES
Click any year to explore Portugal's weekly fuel prices. 1,057 snapshots from 2005 to present.
2020s
7 years · 317 weeks
2026
NOW
€1.68
-1.4%
€1.66 – €1.78
2025
52w
€1.71
-0.5%
€1.65 – €1.78
2024
53w
€1.72
-0.2%
€1.64 – €1.82
2023
52w
€1.72
-6.9%
€1.61 – €1.87
2022
51w
€1.85
+13.9%
€1.58 – €2.17
2021
49w
€1.62
+16.8%
€1.44 – €1.74
2020
50w
€1.39
-6.9%
€1.24 – €1.54
2010s
10 years · 494 weeks
2019
49w
€1.49
-3.3%
€1.40 – €1.58
2018
50w
€1.54
+5.6%
€1.44 – €1.61
2017
50w
€1.46
+6.2%
€1.41 – €1.51
2016
50w
€1.38
-4.1%
€1.29 – €1.43
2015
49w
€1.43
-6.4%
€1.31 – €1.56
2014
49w
€1.53
-3.0%
€1.34 – €1.60
2013
50w
€1.58
-3.9%
€1.51 – €1.65
2012
49w
€1.64
+6.4%
€1.57 – €1.73
2011
49w
€1.54
+12.7%
€1.48 – €1.61
2010
49w
€1.37
+11.1%
€1.30 – €1.44
2000s
5 years · 246 weeks
2009
50w
€1.23
-11.7%
€1.05 – €1.33
2008
49w
€1.40
+5.9%
€1.13 – €1.53
2007
49w
€1.32
+3.0%
€1.21 – €1.38
2006
49w
€1.28
+11.8%
€1.18 – €1.38
2005
49w
€1.15
—
€1.00 – €1.29
Fuel Prices in Portugal – Current Data Summary
Last updated: · Source: European Commission Oil Bulletin
Current Fuel Prices in Portugal (2026)
As of March 9, 2026, the price of Euro 95 petrol in Portugal is €1.776 per liter (€6.72 per US gallon) and diesel is €1.817 per liter (€6.88 per US gallon). This is 7.8% above the EU average of €1.648/L for petrol and 3.9% above the EU average of €1.748/L for diesel. Compared to the previous week, petrol prices increased by 4.29% and diesel prices increased by 11.47%.
Historical Data & Downloads
This page displays the last 3 months of weekly fuel price data (13 data points) for Portugal. All prices are national averages including all applicable taxes (excise duty + VAT), reported weekly to the European Commission. Data is available for download in CSV, JSON, and PDF formats. For the complete historical dataset with 1,057 data points covering January 2005 to present, access our API.
Purchasing Power Context
With an average net wage of €1,406.35 per month in Portugal, a full 50-liter tank of Euro 95 petrol costs €88.80, which represents approximately 6.3% of the monthly net wage. Electricity is priced at €0.2390/kWh and the current inflation rate is 2.7%.
ECONOMIC INTELLIGENCE // LOCAL DATA
AVG. NET WAGE
€1,406.35
Monthly Estimate
ELECTRICITY
€0.2390
Per kWh
INFLATION
2.7%
CPI (YoY)
ROAD TOLLS & VIGNETTES // PORTUGAL
Tunnels up to €2.25
1 toll tunnels
Bridges up to €3.30
2 toll bridges
16 Toll Gates
Highway toll stations
INTERACTIVE TOLL MAP
Legend
Vignette Required
Toll Gates
Toll-Free
No Data
Current Country
Tunnel
Bridge
Toll Gate
Other Countries
Toll Points
21
Portugal Tolls
2
Bridges
1
Tunnels
466
Other EU Tolls
Tunnels 1 locations
Marão Tunnel (A4)
€2.25
Longest tunnel in Iberia (Amurante - Vila Real)
Bridges 2 locations
Vasco da Gama Bridge
€3.30
25 de Abril Bridge
€2.15
Toll Gates 16 locations
A1: Lisbon - Porto
€24.60
A2: Lisbon - Algarve (Paderne)
€23.30
A6: Marateca - Spanish Border
€15.05
A17: Lisbon - Aveiro
€14.50
A3: Porto - Spanish Border
€9.95
A1: Grijó Toll Plaza
€8.50
Porto South Main Barrier
A6: Vendas Novas Toll
€5.60
Alentejo Main Barrier
A8: Bombarral Toll Plaza
€4.90
Main Barrier
A28: Porto - Viana
€4.20
A4: Porto - Amarante
€3.85
A2: Palmela Toll
€3.80
Lisbon South Barrier
CREL (A9): Lisbon Outer Ring
€3.70
+ 4 more toll gates
Driving Rules in Portugal
Driving Side
Traffic Direction
🚗
Drives on the
RIGHT SIDE
Steering wheel on Left
Switched sides in 1928
Blood Alcohol Limits
Maximum BAC by Driver Type
Standard
0.5‰
Novice
0.2‰
Young (<21)
0.2‰
Professional
0.2‰
Speed Limits
Maximum speeds for cars
50
Urban
90
Rural
120
Motorway
Enforcement:
Strict
Safety Equipment
Required Items in Vehicle
Warning Triangle
Reflective Vest
per person
Fire Extinguisher
First Aid Kit
Checkpoint Risk
MEDIUM
Winter Tire Laws
Seasonal Requirements
Regulation Type
Regional Rules
3PMSF
✗
Studded
✗ No
Min Tread
1.6mm
Fine
—
Dashcam Laws
Recording Regulations
Legal Status
Prohibited
Max Fine
€2,500
Enforcement
Strict
Strictly Illegal
Mobile Phone Laws
Driving Regulations
Handheld Use
Banned
Hands-Free
✓ OK
Fine
€120-600
Points
3 pts
Emergency
✓ OK
✓ Parked
🚴 Cyclists too
Window Tint Laws
VLT Requirements
Windshield
None
Front Side
None
Rear Side
Any
Rear Window
Any
Fine Range
60-300 EUR
Medical exemptions available
Reflective/mirror tints prohibited
Headlight & DRL Laws
Daytime Running Lights
DRL Status
Conditional
DRLs OK
Tunnels
Poor visibility
Wipers = lights
Fine
€60-€300
moderate
Mandatory on signposted routes
Radar Detector Laws
Detection & Jamming Devices
Detector
❌ Illegal
Jammer
❌ Illegal
GPS Apps
✅ Legal
⚠️ Possession illegal
📦 Device seized
Fine Range
€250-1,250
moderate
Prohibited under Road Code. GPS apps showing camera locations are legal.
Annual Inflation Rate (HICP)
Latest: 1.8%
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does fuel cost in Portugal right now?
As of 2026-03-09, the price of Euro 95 petrol in Portugal is €1.776 per liter (€6.72 per US gallon) and diesel is €1.817 per liter (€6.88 per US gallon). These are national average consumer prices including all taxes, reported to the European Commission Oil Bulletin.
Is fuel in Portugal expensive compared to other EU countries?
Portugal ranks #21 out of 27 EU countries for petrol prices (1 = cheapest). Petrol at €1.776/L is 7.8% above the EU average of €1.648/L. Diesel at €1.817/L is 3.9% above the EU average of €1.748/L. See the full EU ranking.
Are fuel prices going up or down in Portugal?
In the latest weekly update (2026-03-09), petrol prices in Portugal increased by 4.29% and diesel prices increased by 11.47%. The all-time price range for petrol in Portugal is €0.997 – €2.171 per liter. Current prices are at 66% of that historical range.
How much does it cost to fill a tank of fuel in Portugal?
A standard 50-liter tank of Euro 95 petrol in Portugal costs approximately €88.80. A tank of diesel costs approximately €90.85. Based on the average net monthly wage of €1,406 in Portugal, filling a petrol tank takes approximately 10.1 hours of work.
Where is fuel cheaper near Portugal?
Neighboring countries' petrol prices compared to Portugal (€1.776/L): Spain €1.601/L. The cheapest fuel near Portugal is in Spain at €1.601/L (9.9% cheaper). Use the Road Trip Calculator to plan optimal refueling stops.
Are there toll roads or vignettes in Portugal?
Portugal has toll roads where you pay per section or distance traveled. See the toll calculator and vignette guide for details.
What are the speed limits in Portugal?
Speed limits for cars in Portugal: Lower limits may apply in rain, fog, or for novice drivers. Full speed limit guide →
What is the blood alcohol limit for driving in Portugal?
The BAC limit in Portugal is 0.00‰ for regular drivers. Penalties include fines, license suspension, and possible imprisonment. All country BAC limits →
What safety equipment is required in a car in Portugal?
Required car safety equipment in Portugal: warning triangle, first aid kit, reflective vest, fire extinguisher, plus a valid driving license and insurance documents. Fines apply if stopped without required items. Full equipment guide →
Are winter tires mandatory in Portugal?
Winter tires are not mandatory in Portugal, but may be advisable in winter conditions. Full tire regulations →
What is the cheapest month to buy fuel in Portugal?
Based on 21+ years of historical data, fuel in Portugal tends to be cheapest in Jan and most expensive in Jul. However, prices are primarily driven by global crude oil markets, so seasonal patterns can vary. The all-time petrol range in Portugal is €0.997 – €2.171/L.
Where can I find historical fuel prices for Portugal?
This page provides 1,057 weekly data points for Portugal from January 2005 to present — over 21 years. Use the Time Machine above to view any past date. Data is downloadable in CSV, JSON, and PDF formats. API access →
How affordable is fuel in Portugal relative to wages?
With an average net monthly wage of €1,406, filling a 50L petrol tank (€88.80) requires approximately 10.1 hours of work. The fuel-prices.eu affordability index for Portugal is 59/100 (NEUTRAL). EU wage comparison →
How much is a gallon of gas in Portugal?
As of 2026-03-09, one US gallon (3.785 liters) of Euro 95 petrol in Portugal costs approximately €6.72. One gallon of diesel costs approximately €6.88. Note that European fuel prices are quoted per liter at the pump.
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Comprehensive European fuel, economic & driving regulation data from 2005 to present. Built for researchers, analysts, travel apps & developers.
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