Speed Limits by Road Type in Spain
Motorways and Highways (Autopistas/Autovias)
- Maximum speed: 120 km/h
- Minimum speed: 60 km/h
- These are the fastest roads in Spain with separated lanes
Dual Carriageways (Vias Rapidas)
- Maximum speed: 100 km/h
- Roads with at least two lanes in each direction
Conventional Roads (Carreteras Convencionales)
- Maximum speed: 90 km/h
- Single carriageway roads outside urban areas
- Note: Was reduced from 100 km/h in 2019
Urban Areas
- Maximum speed: 50 km/h
- Residential zones: 30 km/h
- School zones: 30 km/h during school hours
Special Cases
- Roads with one lane per direction: 90 km/h
- Hard shoulder driving: 80 km/h maximum
Speeding Penalties in Spain
| Excess Speed | Fine |
|---|---|
| Up to 20 km/h | €100 |
| 21-30 km/h | €300 |
| 31-40 km/h | €400 |
| 41-50 km/h | €500 |
| Over 50 km/h | €600 + license suspension |
Tips for Foreign Drivers
- Speed cameras (radares) are common on highways
- Mobile speed cameras are also used
- Always check signs as local limits may vary