Metropolitano de Lisboa will suspend subway service between Terreiro do Paço and Santa Apolónia starting in early November until 2028 to accommodate city drainage works. The Lisbon City Council (Câmara Municipal de Lisboa) approved an alternative surface transit plan relying on reinforced bus routes operated by Carris, rejecting proposals for a dedicated shuttle. The municipality will also pay €2.6 million in financial compensation to the metro operator during the construction period.
Lisbon Metro Closes Santa Apolónia Station Until 2028
Wednesday, 7 October 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
Carris is the public transport company responsible for operating buses and trams in Lisbon. It is a state-owned entity that serves as the primary provider of surface public transit within the city limits.
