The tourist areas of Cascais and Sintra are connected to Lisbon by frequent express trains. Application should be made four days in advance by the group leader. Senior citizens are entitled to 50 per cent reduction on production of proof of age. Children under 4 travel free. Children aged 4-11 pay half fare.
Traffic drives on the right.
Every town and village can be reached by an adequate system of roads. Petrol stations generally stay open 0700-2000, although some are open 24 hours. Travel by motorway is subject to a toll according to distance covered and type of vehicle. A small tax may be added to petrol bought with a credit card. Charges are according to distance and taxis are all metered.