There is a new river bridge between Algés and Trafaria.

Those who travel back and forth between the two banks of the Tagus know well; Getting from Almada to Lisbon can sometimes be a test of patience. But finally, a great step has been taken that will make us smile and seriously ease transportation. TTSL has commissioned a brand new river line connecting Trafaria and Porto Brandão directly to Algés. Frankly, huge projects for the future are on the way, such as light rail systems, BRT lines or highway tunnels planned for 2029, yes. But we all wonder, "What are we going to do today?" At this point, Oeiras Municipality and TTSL joined hands and presented this practical solution to us in just a few months. A wonderful new pier has already been built at Doca de Pedrouços. It only takes 10 minutes on foot to get off the boat and get to Algés train station. Experimental for now, but the future is bright For now, the process is experimental. In other words, it operates only during peak hours on weekdays: There are three departures between 07.00 - 09.00 in the morning traffic, and three departures between 17.00 - 19.00 in the evening traffic. As TTSL President Rui Rei stated, we have now added Algés to the classic triangle that used to shuttle between Belém-Porto Brandão-Trafaria and completed the work into a complete "square". They will follow this rhythm and install the line in line with demand by the end of the year. But let me tell you now, this line will be a life saver for thousands of people who want to escape to work, school or the beaches on the opposite bank. Practical Details and Journey Times Let's get to the most concrete information that will be useful to you: Times are Very Good: It only takes 10 minutes to get from Trafaria to Algés by boat. If you get on from Porto Brandão, the journey is 15 minutes. You can get off and connect to key points of Oeiras or Lisbon in 6 minutes. This is a speed that directly improves the quality of daily life. Ticket Price and Payment: One-way ticket is €1.50 (same bill as Belém round trip). Moreover, your Navegante card is valid. For the first time in the TTSL network, you can pay with your contactless bank card with a "snap" and you don't have to wait in line at the counter. For Passengers Only: It does not carry vehicles like the Belém flights, this line is completely passenger oriented. As the maintenance on the fleet is completed, perhaps a ferry gesture could come here in the future, but even in its current form, it is a great alternative for pedestrians and public transportation users. If you live or work on the routes where the line passes, I recommend you to try these services during peak hours. Crossing the Tagus in 10 minutes and leaving the traffic behind is truly a different experience!