Can you use Viva card on tram?

A Viva Viagem card is a quick and easy way to pay for journeys on public transport in Lisbon. You can use it to travel on metro, bus, tram, funicular, ferry and suburban train.



Yes, the Viva Viagem card is the primary contactless smart card used for public transportation in Lisbon, and it is fully valid on all of the city's iconic yellow trams, including the famous historic Route 28 and the modern Route 15 to Belém. This card is highly recommended for travelers because it offers a much lower fare compared to buying a "paper ticket" directly from the tram driver or onboard machine. You can load the card with individual trips, a 24-hour pass, or "zapping" credit (a pay-as-you-go balance). When boarding the tram, you simply tap the card against the yellow card reader located near the entrance. It is also valid on the city's funiculars, the Santa Justa Lift, the metro, and even suburban trains to Sintra or Cascais. Keep in mind that each traveler must have their own individual Viva card, as you cannot "swipe" twice for multiple people on the same reader.

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Keep in mind that you need to swipe the Viva Viagem card in the turnstiles as you enter AND exit the Lisbon Metro. The Viva Viagem card is also used for the train to Sintra; add an extra ?3-?5 per person to cover the train expense to Sintra.

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How much does it cost to ride Lisbon's Tram 28? If you buy a single ticket for the Tram 28 onboard, it will cost €3 (regardless of how far you travel). If you have a prepaid transport card, the ride will cost €1.50. The Tram 28 will be free if you are using the Lisboa Card.

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Although the Tram 28 is just a normal line of public transportation in Lisbon, it happens to go past many of the city's most significant landmarks in districts like Alfama, Baixa, and Estrela. Because the route also uses some heritage-style tram carriages, it's become a popular tourist attraction in the city.

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A Viva Viagem is a transport card designed for occasional travellers and visitors. It's a quick and easy way to pay for journeys on metro, bus, tram, funicular, ferry and train services in Lisbon. It can hold pay as you go credit through the Zapping option, one day tickets, or single tickets.

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