Portugal by Van campervan hire: vans, depots, tips

Q: Where do you collect a Portugal by Van campervan?

Three cities are offered. In Lisbon, the company welcomes customers in Odivelas, Rua da Escola, north of the capital. In Porto, the meeting point is Campanhã station and, in Faro, the railway station on the Largo da Estação. These last two points have no physical depot.

Q: Which Portugal by Van campervan should you choose?

For two, the Elegant Duo is the most logical. For three, choose the Practical Explorer, which offers three berths, over the Graceful Trio, which has only two. The Comfort Cruiser takes four people and the Family Friendly five. All are manual: compare the layouts in the offer details.

The rental company

Portugal by Van, campervans from the Douro to the Algarve

Portugal by Van is a local rental company specialising in campervans. Its three departure points follow the length of the country, from north to south. In Lisbon, the vehicle is collected in Odivelas, a municipality north of the capital, at the company’s premises. In Porto and Faro, there is no physical depot: the meeting point is the station, Campanhã for Porto and the central railway station for Faro.

The range has five vans, all with manual transmission. The Elegant Duo is aimed at couples, the Graceful Trio adds a third seat for two berths, the Practical Explorer sleeps three, the Comfort Cruiser four and the Family Friendly takes five people.

CoolDrive did not record any offer from this company in October 2026: price, included kilometres and excess should therefore be read in each offer.

Our view: a practical option for anyone arriving by train or wanting to cross the country, with a choice of berths that is rare for vans. The company offers itinerary advice, and former customers praise a friendly welcome. Points to watch: no automatic transmission, paid extras (bedding, equipment) that add to the budget, a possible kilometre cap depending on the package and vans that get booked up quickly in summer.

Rental company profile

Portugal by Van in detail: what you need to know

The key facts to decide whether Portugal by Van suits your trip.

General information

Brand: Portugal by Van · Portuguese campervan rental company
Official website: portugalbyvan.com
Vehicle type: Campervans · five models listed
Models: Elegant Duo, Graceful Trio, Practical Explorer, Comfort Cruiser, Family Friendly
Berths: From 2 to 5 · 5 in the Family Friendly, 4 in the Comfort Cruiser
Transmission: Manual · on all five listed models

Rental conditions

Mileage: Depends on the package · no offer recorded in October 2026: see the offer
Excess and security deposit: Stated in the offer · credit card required for the deposit
Age and licence: Depends on the offer · minimum age and years of licence to check
One-way hire: Not guaranteed · enter the return city in your search
Overnight stays outside campsites: Regulated · prohibited in protected areas, fines possible

Insurance and extras

Tolls: Electronic gantries on some motorways · ask whether the van has an electronic toll tag
Extras: Bedding, additional equipment · charged depending on the offer; add them when booking

Network and availability

Porto: Campanhã station · meeting point, no physical depot
Lisbon: Odivelas · Rua da Escola, north of the capital
Faro: Railway station · Largo da Estação, meeting point with no physical depot

The fleet

Portugal by Van vehicles in Portugal

Models offered by the rental company. Not all of them are available at every branch: the search form shows availability and prices.

Campervan

Branches

Portugal by Van branches in Portugal

Faro

Portugal by Van - no physical location

Train Station Faro, Largo da Estaçao, 8000-133 Faro

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Lisbon

Portugal by Van - PBV Campervan rentals

da 302,R. Escola, 2675-533 Odivelas

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Porto

Portugal by Van - no physical location

Train Station Porto Campanha, 4300-173 Porto

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Comparison

Portugal by Van compared with other rental companies in Portugal

Our comparison of the country's rental companies: each has its strengths depending on your trip.

Rental company	Vehicles	Mileage	Best for
Portugal by Van	Five campervans, from the Elegant Duo to the Family Friendly	Not recorded: see each offer	Vans sleeping 2 to 5, 3 cities
Campers on Way	Fiat Ducato Nomad Original and Evolution, Dacia Sandero Stepaway	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Vans and a car equipped for sleeping, 3 cities
Anywhere Campers	Van for 2 and Sunlight, Adria Matrix, Carado motorhomes	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Manual or automatic transmission, 3 cities
McRent	EcoLine, Urban, Compact, Comfort and Family ranges, from vans to large models	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Wide range of sizes, 4 cities
Autocaravan Express	Carado CV vans and motorhomes from the Active and Family ranges	Unlimited in 100% of offers recorded	Vans and low-profiles, 2 cities

Our view

Portugal by Van: who is it for, and who should look elsewhere?

Portugal by Van is ideal if…

You are arriving by train and want to pick up the van as you step off the platform
You are travelling as a couple and want a compact vehicle for narrow streets and beach car parks
You are travelling as five and want a proper berth for each person in a van
You dream of the Douro Valley, the Costa Vicentina or the beaches of the Algarve
You appreciate a local company that shares its itinerary ideas

Portugal by Van is not ideal if…

You only drive automatics
You want a shower and toilet on board, as in a motorhome
You need a staffed desk to welcome you in Porto or Faro
You are looking for a last-minute departure in August

Practical tips

Our tips for booking with Portugal by Van

Set the time of your station meeting

In Porto and Faro, Portugal by Van has no premises: the keys are handed over at Campanhã station or at Faro station, on the Largo da Estação. Confirm the time and exact spot a few days before, keep the company’s phone number and allow some margin in case your train or flight is delayed.
Getting to Odivelas from Lisbon

The Lisbon departure is in Odivelas, north of the city, served by the metro’s yellow line. From the airport, a taxi or a metro journey with a change is possible: estimate it before choosing your pick-up time and avoid crossing Lisbon in a van at rush hour.
Choose the van by the number of berths

The Graceful Trio carries three people but sleeps only two: for three to sleep, look at the Practical Explorer instead. For four, the Comfort Cruiser fits the bill, and the Family Friendly is the only model listed for five.
Plan your nights in authorised places

Portuguese regulations restrict overnight parking of vans and motorhomes outside campsites and dedicated aires, with particular enforcement on the coast and in nature parks. Find service areas in advance, especially in the Algarve and on the Alentejo coast.
Take an inventory at departure

Before leaving, check the crockery, the stove, the storage and the bed, test the leisure battery and note the fuel level. Photograph every scratch, then save in your phone the emergency contact provided with the contract.

What travellers ask

Your questions about Portugal by Van

How much does Portugal by Van hire cost?

CoolDrive did not record any Portugal by Van offer in October 2026, so we do not give an amount. The price varies with the model, the departure city, the season and the duration, and extras such as bedding may be added. A search with your dates shows the price of each van, mandatory fees included.

Where do you collect a Portugal by Van campervan?

Three cities are offered. In Lisbon, the company welcomes customers in Odivelas, Rua da Escola, north of the capital. In Porto, the meeting point is Campanhã station and, in Faro, the railway station on the Largo da Estação. These last two points have no physical depot.

Which Portugal by Van campervan should you choose?

For two, the Elegant Duo is the most logical. For three, choose the Practical Explorer, which offers three berths, over the Graceful Trio, which has only two. The Comfort Cruiser takes four people and the Family Friendly five. All are manual: compare the layouts in the offer details.

Can you collect the van in Porto and return it in Faro?

With departures in the north, centre and south, the idea of crossing the country via the famous N2 national road or along the coast is tempting. It is not guaranteed, however: enter the return city in your search to see only the offers that allow it, with any fees.

Is a Portugal by Van campervan suitable for winter travel?

Winter remains mild in the Algarve and on the coast, which attracts many off-season travellers. Nights can be chilly, though, especially in the Douro, inland Alentejo or the Serra da Estrela. Check in the offer whether the van has heating and plan suitable bedding, as an extra if necessary.

Verified customer reviews

They rented with Portugal by Van

4.3

818 reviews

Public rating of Portugal by Van

4.5/5 (83 reviews)

Tripadvisor 4.5/5 83 reviews

Public ratings collected on October 28, 2026 from independent review sites.

Very well

(anonymous)

Portugal · Mar 2023

Avis Vérifiés

Too rigid computer system

Eric L.

Portugal · Oct 2025

Avis Vérifiés

Easy to contact intermediary. For my part, a big thank you to Marlene for her availability and responsiveness.

Portugal · Sep 2025

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Frequently asked questions

FAQ — Portugal by Van campervan hire in Portugal

Why book Portugal by Van with CoolDrive?

CoolDrive shows Portugal by Van campervans alongside offers from Campers on Way, Anywhere Campers or McRent for the same dates. Each amount includes mandatory fees, making comparison immediate. Our experts then help you choose the station or departure address, the model and the right period.

Is mileage unlimited with Portugal by Van?

We have no records for this company in October 2026. Depending on the package, a cap may apply: the offer states the number of included kilometres and the price of each extra kilometre. A round trip from Porto to the Algarve quickly exceeds 1,000 km, not counting detours inland.

What security deposit should you expect with Portugal by Van?

Our October 2026 records give neither a security deposit nor an excess for this company. They are stated in each offer, along with any cover options. Bring a credit card with a sufficient limit, and ask our experts if any condition seems unclear before confirming.

How do you pay tolls in Portugal?

Several Portuguese motorways have only electronic gantries, with no barrier or booth. An electronic toll tag in the vehicle solves the problem; otherwise, you have to pay afterwards according to the arrangements in place. Ask at key handover whether the van is equipped and how the passages will be charged to you.

Do Portugal by Van campervans have a shower and toilet?

The five listed models are campervans, usually with a kitchen area and a bed. Any washroom equipment is described in each offer. For showers and emptying, campsites and service areas on the coast and inland take over: find them when planning your stops.

Which season should you choose for a road trip in Portugal?

April, May, June and September combine bearable heat and clear roads. In July and August, the Algarve and the coast fill up and the interior gets very hot. Autumn is ideal for the Douro grape harvest. Vans go quickly in summer: book several months ahead if your dates are fixed.

About us

Hire a Portugal by Van campervan with CoolDrive Nomad

Portugal by Van hires five campervans, from the Elegant Duo for two to the Family Friendly for five, from Porto, Lisbon and Faro. The meeting points at Campanhã and Faro stations make departure easy for train travellers, while Odivelas welcomes customers from the Lisbon area. From the Douro vineyards to the cliffs of the Costa Vicentina, via Sintra, Nazaré, the Alentejo and the Algarve, the country is easy to explore by van.

On CoolDrive Nomad, these vans can be compared with those from Campers on Way, Anywhere Campers, McRent or Autocaravan Express, with mandatory fees included in the amount. As no Portugal by Van offer was recorded in October 2026, mileage, excess and price are revealed when you search. Our experts answer your questions about the meeting point and the itinerary. Enter your city and dates to compare.

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