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Highway Driving Rules in Spain 2025

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Spanish motorways (autopistas) have a 120 km/h speed limit. Tolls apply on most autopistas (AP roads), while autovías (A roads) are free. Keep right except when overtaking. Minimum speed is 60 km/h.

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Highway driving in Spain

Speed limits

VehicleLimit
Cars120 km/h
With trailer90 km/h
Minimum60 km/h
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Motorway types

  • Autopista (AP): Toll roads
  • Autovía (A): Free motorways

Rules

  • Keep right (drive in right lane)
  • Overtake on left only
  • Hazard lights when braking suddenly
  • Reflective vest when exiting vehicle

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