The cars and drivers are of a higher standard than regular taxis and you can easily choose the size of vehicle you require during the booking process. Uber/Bolt are plentiful in Lisbon and are often a fraction of the cost of taking a regular taxi.

In Lisbon, Uber is generally cheaper than traditional taxis, especially for longer distances or trips outside the city center. However, the price gap has narrowed significantly in recent years due to regulation and the rise of other competitors like Bolt, which is often even cheaper than Uber in Portugal. A standard UberX trip within the city typically costs between €5 and €12, whereas a taxi might be 15–20% higher. Taxis in Lisbon use a regulated meter, which can be advantageous during heavy traffic because they are allowed to use dedicated bus lanes, potentially saving you time (and money) during the notorious rush hours. Conversely, Uber and Bolt are subject to "surge pricing" during peak demand or rain, which can make them more expensive than a flat-metered taxi. For airport transfers, Uber is a bargain, but be aware that pickups occur in a specific "Kiss & Fly" parking area rather than at the arrivals curb, which can be slightly more difficult to find than the well-marked taxi rank.