HealthPrivate ambulance: cost and how it works in Portugal
How much a private ambulance costs and what affects the price — distance, type of transport, return trip and more. Find out how to request a quote.
Read articleWe move patients safely, comfortably and with genuine care — to appointments, hospital discharges, care homes and treatments. Available across mainland Portugal, at the best price.
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+5,000
Transports carried out with care
9am–6pm
Weekdays, with out-of-hours booking on request
Nationwide
North, Centre, Lisbon, Alentejo and the Algarve
+60
National and international partners
What we do
Why choose Ambula
More than a transport service, we offer peace of mind to those who rely on us — patients, families and institutions.
Inspected vehicles and a team trained in first aid and mobility support.
Every patient is unique. We listen, accompany and respect each story.
Fair, transparent rates, with a free quote over the phone.
We keep to the times of appointments, treatments and hospital discharges.
We operate across mainland Portugal — North, Centre, Lisbon, Alentejo and the Algarve.
Air-conditioned, clean and adapted vehicles for a calm journey.
Reviews

“Ambula is great — it's my favourite transport whenever I need it: practical, easy and reliable. I use it very often and I'm always very well looked after by everyone. I've used the service many times, always with empathy and efficiency”
Maryse Leal
Regular customer

“I've been an Ambula customer for about a year and I use the service mainly to take my father to medical appointments and exams. I've trusted the team to ensure both the outbound and return journeys are safe — something that matters enormously to me at this stage of his life. I particularly like being able to speak directly to a real person on WhatsApp, who replies quickly, understands the situation and follows everything through in a warm, personal way. These days I really value that human side and being able to talk to real people, rather than automated replies or artificial intelligence. The transport has always gone really well — professional, punctual and attentive to the patient. I sincerely hope it stays this way. They're excellent professionals and a team I trust.”
Manuel Sokolov Ravasqueira
“They treat my mother with enormous care. Punctual, professional and always happy to answer any questions. I'd recommend them without hesitation.”
Maria L.
Patient's daughter · Porto
“I needed transport for my father's weekly treatment. The Ambula team made everything simple and the price was very fair.”
João P.
Family · Lisbon
“We've trusted Ambula with our residents for over two years. They keep to schedules, they're careful, and they treat everyone with dignity.”
Ana R.
Care home manager · Coimbra
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