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= Netherlands Toll Roads 2025: Complete Guide =
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'''System:''' Mostly toll-free, specific tunnels/bridges only<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> Limited toll collection (A24 highway + 2 tunnels only)<br>
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'''Operator:''' Various tunnel operators + Eurovignette<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> A24 (3km), Westerschelde Tunnel, Kiltunnel (Most roads toll-free)<br>
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'''Currency:''' Euro (EUR)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> Euro (EUR)<br>
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'''Coverage:''' A24 Blankenburg, Kiltunnel, Westerschelde Tunnel<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> Free-flow electronic (A24), manual payment (tunnels)<br>
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'''Technology:''' Free-flow tolling, electronic tags, manual payment
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operators:</strong> Rijkswaterstaat (A24), N.V. Westerscheldetunnel, Kiltunnel operators
 
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[https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-netherlands Calculate Netherlands Toll]
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in the Netherlands? 2025 Update ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need to pay tolls for most Netherlands driving - the country operates a very limited toll system. Only the 3km A24 highway near Rotterdam and two specific tunnels charge tolls, while all other motorways and roads remain free.</p>
  
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'''For passenger cars: Mostly no.''' The Netherlands has one of Europe's most toll-free road networks. All motorways and highways are free for cars, with only specific tunnels and bridges requiring payment.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Unlike neighboring Germany and Belgium with extensive toll systems, Netherlands keeps 99% of its road network toll-free. You only pay on specific routes: A24 (€1.51 per trip), Westerschelde Tunnel (now free for cars), and Kiltunnel.</p>
  
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'''For trucks over 12 tons: Yes.''' Heavy vehicles must purchase a Eurovignette for motorway access across Netherlands, Luxembourg, Denmark, and Sweden.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> Westerschelde Tunnel became toll-free for cars/motorcycles December 30, 2024. Major truck toll system launches mid-2026 for vehicles over 3.5 tons, but cars remain unaffected.</p>
  
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'''Specific toll locations for all vehicles:'''
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* '''A24 Blankenburg Connection''' (Rotterdam area) - €1.51 cars, €9.13 trucks
 
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* '''Westerschelde Tunnel''' - €5 cars, higher rates for tall vehicles
 
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* '''Kiltunnel''' - €2 cars, €5 for vehicles over 2.3m height
 
  
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== Netherlands Toll Costs: Current Rates ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Netherlands operates a minimal toll system affecting only three specific infrastructure pieces, with the vast majority of driving completely free.</p>
  
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=== A24 Blankenburg Connection (2025) ===
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<td>Cars, Vans, Motorcycles</td>
 
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<td>Up to 3,500 kg</td>
 
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<td>€1.51</td>
 
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<td>Free-flow electronic</td>
 
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<td>Electric Vans</td>
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<td>Up to 4,250 kg</td>
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<td>€1.51</td>
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<td>Free-flow electronic</td>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Recent Changes</th>
 
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<td>Trucks & Large Vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">A24 Highway (Blankenburg)</td>
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<td>Over 3,500 kg</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€1.51 per trip</td>
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<td>€9.13</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€9.13 per trip</td>
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<td>Free-flow electronic</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Opened December 2024</td>
 
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=== Westerschelde Tunnel Rates ===
 
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Westerschelde Tunnel</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">FREE (since Dec 30, 2024)</td>
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<th>Standard Rate</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€12.50-25.00</td>
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<th>With t-tag Discount</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cars now toll-free</td>
 
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<td>Cars & Small Motorhomes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Kiltunnel</td>
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<td>Under 3m</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€3.50-5.00</td>
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<td>Free from Dec 2024</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€15.00-25.00</td>
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<td>Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Standard rates continue</td>
 
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<td>Large Motorhomes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">All Other Roads</td>
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<td>3m+ and 6m+ length</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€0.00</td>
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<td>€7.45</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">€0.00 (Eurovignette)</td>
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<td>€5.70</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Completely toll-free</td>
 
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<td>High Vehicles/Trucks</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">NEW: Truck Toll (2026)</td>
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<td>Over 3m height</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No impact</td>
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<td>€18.20</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0.12-0.43/km</td>
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<td>€13.90</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Trucks >3.5t only</td>
 
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=== Kiltunnel Rates ===
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Where You Pay Tolls (2025)</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll Roads:</strong> A24 highway (3km section), Westerschelde Tunnel (trucks only), Kiltunnel</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll-Free Network:</strong> All other motorways (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, etc.), national roads, local roads</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">You can use the following toll payment methods in Netherlands:</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. A24 Highway Electronic Payment:</strong></p>
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<li>Free-flow system: No stopping required, cameras capture license plates</li>
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<li>Online payment: www.e-tol.nl (pay 7 days before to 3 days after)</li>
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<li>Automatic payment: Prepaid or postpaid accounts available</li>
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<li>Westerschelde Tunnel: FREE for cars, t-tag/credit card for trucks</li>
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<li>Kiltunnel: Cash or Visa/Mastercard at toll booths</li>
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<li>Contactless payment: Bank cards, credit cards, smartphone/smartwatch</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Netherlands toll roads, use TollGuru Netherlands toll calculator</p>
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<a href="https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-netherlands"><button class="custom-button button-orange" type="button">Netherlands Toll Calculator</button></a>
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<td>Under 2.3m</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Toll Changes:</strong></p>
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<td>€1.45</td>
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<li>A24 Blankenburg Connection opened December 7, 2024 as Netherlands' first electronic toll road</li>
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<li>Westerschelde Tunnel eliminated car/motorcycle tolls December 30, 2024</li>
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<td>High Vehicles</td>
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<li>Annual toll rate adjustments planned from January 2026</li>
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<td>Over 2.3m</td>
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<td>€5.00</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Upcoming Truck Toll System (Mid-2026):</strong></p>
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<li>Distance-based toll for trucks over 3.5 tons replacing Eurovignette</li>
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<li>GPS-based On-Board Units (OBUs) required for trucks</li>
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<li>Rates €0.12-0.43 per kilometer based on emissions and weight</li>
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<li>Zero-emission trucks receive 80% discount</li>
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=== Eurovignette for Trucks 12+ Tons (2025) ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Policy Developments:</strong></p>
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<li>No plans for general motorway toll introduction for cars</li>
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<li>Focus on environmental zones in cities rather than road tolls</li>
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<li>Revenue recycling scheme: €1.6 billion for transport sustainability 2026-2030</li>
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<td>€8-12</td>
 
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<td>€9-14</td>
 
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<td>€18-28</td>
 
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<td>€22-34</td>
 
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<td>€35-55</td>
 
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<td>€42-66</td>
 
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<td>€55-88</td>
 
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<td>Annual</td>
 
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<td>€1,274 (up 19%)</td>
 
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<td>€1,350-1,450</td>
 
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'''Note:''' 2025 rates increased 19% and now include CO₂ emission classifications. Exact rates depend on axle count and emission standards.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Netherlands - Minimal Toll Network:</strong></p>
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<li>Zuid-Holland: A24 highway toll (€1.51 per trip), connects Rotterdam region</li>
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<li>Zeeland: Westerschelde Tunnel (cars now free, truck tolls remain)</li>
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<li>Noord-Brabant/Zeeland border: Kiltunnel (standard toll rates continue)</li>
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<li>All other provinces: Completely toll-free road networks</li>
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== How to Pay Netherlands Tolls ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Toll-Free Corridors:</strong></p>
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<li>A1: Amsterdam-Germany border (completely free)</li>
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<li>A2: Amsterdam-Belgium border (completely free)</li>
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<li>A4: Amsterdam-The Hague-Rotterdam-Belgium (completely free)</li>
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<li>A12: The Hague-Germany border (completely free)</li>
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<li>Ring roads: A10 (Amsterdam), A20 (Rotterdam) - all free</li>
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=== A24 Blankenburg Connection ===
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* '''Free-flow system:''' No stopping required, cameras record license plates
 
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* '''Online payment:''' [https://www.e-tol.nl e-tol.nl] - 7 days advance to 3 days after travel
 
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* '''Automatic billing:''' Prepaid or postpaid account options
 
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* '''Mobile apps:''' MOVE-IZI and other providers
 
  
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=== Tunnel Payments ===
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* '''Westerschelde:''' Credit/debit cards, contactless, t-tag, cash (limited hours)
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* '''Kiltunnel:''' Cash, cards, telecard for regular users
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<li>Daily tolls: €0-3.50 for most journeys (only if using specific toll locations)</li>
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* '''Discount systems:''' Electronic tags provide 20-25% savings
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<li>Cross-country travel: Usually completely toll-free via alternative routes</li>
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<li>Rotterdam area: €1.51 if using A24, free via other motorways</li>
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=== Eurovignette Purchase ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll-Free Alternatives:</strong></p>
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* '''Online:''' Official AGES portal at eurovignettes.eu
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* '''Border crossings:''' Available at entry points
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<li>Rotterdam access: A15, A16, A20 motorways bypass A24 toll</li>
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* '''Service providers:''' UTA, DKV Card, and other fleet services
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<li>Zeeland access: Ferry services available as Westerschelde alternative</li>
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<li>National coverage: 99% of motorway network toll-free</li>
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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<h2 style="font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 25px 0 15px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 2px;">Frequently Asked Questions</h2>
  
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* '''Eurovignette price increase:''' 19% increase from January 2025
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I avoid Netherlands tolls completely?</h3>
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* '''CO₂ classification mandatory:''' New emission-based pricing structure
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes, easily. Only the 3km A24 highway and two tunnels charge tolls. The entire motorway network (A1, A2, A4, A12, etc.) provides toll-free alternatives to any destination.</p>
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* '''Westerschelde tunnel:''' Cars and motorcycles now free (from December 2024)
 
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* '''A24 Blankenburg:''' New toll road opened, first free-flow system in Netherlands
 
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* '''Future mileage-based toll:''' Planned for trucks by mid-2026, replacing Eurovignette
 
  
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== Vehicle Classifications & Exemptions ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">You have 3 days after using A24 to pay online at e-tol.nl. Non-payment results in penalty notices and potential legal action. Foreign vehicles are tracked via European license plate sharing agreements.</p>
  
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=== Toll-Free Travel ===
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Motorcycles pay the same rates as cars: €1.51 on A24, free through Westerschelde Tunnel since December 2024, standard rates at Kiltunnel.</p>
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* '''Emergency vehicles:''' Exempt from all tolls
 
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* '''Electric vehicles:''' Same rates as conventional vehicles (no special discounts)
 
  
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=== Eurovignette Requirements ===
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* '''Trucks 12+ tons:''' Mandatory for all motorways
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No plans for general car tolls. The 2026 truck toll targets commercial vehicles only. Netherlands maintains its policy of keeping most roads toll-free for cars.</p>
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* '''Buses:''' Exempt from Eurovignette
 
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* '''Vehicles 3.5-12 tons:''' Currently exempt until March 2027
 
  
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* '''Emergency vehicles:''' Free passage
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* '''Local residents:''' Some discount programs available
 
  
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== Netherlands vs. Neighboring Countries ==
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<td>Netherlands</td>
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<td>Tunnel tolls + Distance-based</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Limited tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0-1.51/trip</td>
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<td>Liefkenshoek tunnel €4.95</td>
 
 
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<td>Distance-based (trucks only)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Truck tolls + select routes</td>
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<td>Free roads</td>
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<td>Distance-based tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Truck network wide</td>
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<td>No vignette system</td>
 
 
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<td>Luxembourg</td>
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<td>Eurovignette</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Truck tolls only</td>
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<td>Free roads</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">€0.076-0.206/km</td>
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== Planning Your Netherlands Journey ==
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* '''Passenger cars:''' €0 motorways + €1.51-5 per tunnel
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* '''Truck operations:''' €1,274+ annual Eurovignette plus tunnel fees
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<li>[[luxembourg-tolls-euro-vignette|Luxembourg Tolls]] - Eurovignette partner information</li>
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=== What happens if I don't pay the A24 toll? ===
 
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The free-flow system records license plates. Unpaid tolls result in enforcement action and fines sent to vehicle owners.
 
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* '''Westerschelde fine:''' €140 per violation
 
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* '''Westerschelde Tunnel:''' 0900-235 88 66
 
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* '''Official portal:''' [https://eurovignettes.eu eurovignettes.eu]
 
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* '''AGES operator:''' Eurovignette system administrator
 
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Netherlands Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Limited toll collection (A24 highway + 2 tunnels only)
Coverage: A24 (3km), Westerschelde Tunnel, Kiltunnel (Most roads toll-free)
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Technology: Free-flow electronic (A24), manual payment (tunnels)
Operators: Rijkswaterstaat (A24), N.V. Westerscheldetunnel, Kiltunnel operators

Do I Need to Pay Tolls for Netherlands? 2025 Update

No, you don't need to pay tolls for most Netherlands driving - the country operates a very limited toll system. Only the 3km A24 highway near Rotterdam and two specific tunnels charge tolls, while all other motorways and roads remain free.

Key Reality: Unlike neighboring Germany and Belgium with extensive toll systems, Netherlands keeps 99% of its road network toll-free. You only pay on specific routes: A24 (€1.51 per trip), Westerschelde Tunnel (now free for cars), and Kiltunnel.

2025 Update: Westerschelde Tunnel became toll-free for cars/motorcycles December 30, 2024. Major truck toll system launches mid-2026 for vehicles over 3.5 tons, but cars remain unaffected.

Netherlands Toll Costs: What You Actually Pay

Netherlands operates a minimal toll system affecting only three specific infrastructure pieces, with the vast majority of driving completely free.

Current Toll Rates by Location (2025)

Location Cars/Motorcycles Heavy Vehicles Recent Changes
A24 Highway (Blankenburg) €1.51 per trip €9.13 per trip Opened December 2024
Westerschelde Tunnel FREE (since Dec 30, 2024) €12.50-25.00 Cars now toll-free
Kiltunnel €3.50-5.00 €15.00-25.00 Standard rates continue
All Other Roads €0.00 €0.00 (Eurovignette) Completely toll-free
NEW: Truck Toll (2026) No impact €0.12-0.43/km Trucks >3.5t only

Where You Pay Tolls (2025)

Toll Roads: A24 highway (3km section), Westerschelde Tunnel (trucks only), Kiltunnel

Toll-Free Network: All other motorways (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, A10, etc.), national roads, local roads

How to Pay Netherlands Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods in Netherlands:

1. A24 Highway Electronic Payment:

  • Free-flow system: No stopping required, cameras capture license plates
  • Online payment: www.e-tol.nl (pay 7 days before to 3 days after)
  • Automatic payment: Prepaid or postpaid accounts available

2. Tunnel Payment Methods:

  • Westerschelde Tunnel: FREE for cars, t-tag/credit card for trucks
  • Kiltunnel: Cash or Visa/Mastercard at toll booths
  • Contactless payment: Bank cards, credit cards, smartphone/smartwatch

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Netherlands toll roads, use TollGuru Netherlands toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Major Toll Changes:

  • A24 Blankenburg Connection opened December 7, 2024 as Netherlands' first electronic toll road
  • Westerschelde Tunnel eliminated car/motorcycle tolls December 30, 2024
  • Annual toll rate adjustments planned from January 2026

Upcoming Truck Toll System (Mid-2026):

  • Distance-based toll for trucks over 3.5 tons replacing Eurovignette
  • GPS-based On-Board Units (OBUs) required for trucks
  • Rates €0.12-0.43 per kilometer based on emissions and weight
  • Zero-emission trucks receive 80% discount

Policy Developments:

  • No plans for general motorway toll introduction for cars
  • Focus on environmental zones in cities rather than road tolls
  • Revenue recycling scheme: €1.6 billion for transport sustainability 2026-2030

State/Regional Toll Information

Netherlands - Minimal Toll Network:

  • Zuid-Holland: A24 highway toll (€1.51 per trip), connects Rotterdam region
  • Zeeland: Westerschelde Tunnel (cars now free, truck tolls remain)
  • Noord-Brabant/Zeeland border: Kiltunnel (standard toll rates continue)
  • All other provinces: Completely toll-free road networks

Major Toll-Free Corridors:

  • A1: Amsterdam-Germany border (completely free)
  • A2: Amsterdam-Belgium border (completely free)
  • A4: Amsterdam-The Hague-Rotterdam-Belgium (completely free)
  • A12: The Hague-Germany border (completely free)
  • Ring roads: A10 (Amsterdam), A20 (Rotterdam) - all free

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Daily tolls: €0-3.50 for most journeys (only if using specific toll locations)
  • Cross-country travel: Usually completely toll-free via alternative routes
  • Rotterdam area: €1.51 if using A24, free via other motorways

Toll-Free Alternatives:

  • Rotterdam access: A15, A16, A20 motorways bypass A24 toll
  • Zeeland access: Ferry services available as Westerschelde alternative
  • National coverage: 99% of motorway network toll-free

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Netherlands tolls completely?

Yes, easily. Only the 3km A24 highway and two tunnels charge tolls. The entire motorway network (A1, A2, A4, A12, etc.) provides toll-free alternatives to any destination.

What happens if I don't pay A24 toll?

You have 3 days after using A24 to pay online at e-tol.nl. Non-payment results in penalty notices and potential legal action. Foreign vehicles are tracked via European license plate sharing agreements.

Do motorcycles pay tolls in Netherlands?

Motorcycles pay the same rates as cars: €1.51 on A24, free through Westerschelde Tunnel since December 2024, standard rates at Kiltunnel.

Will Netherlands introduce more tolls?

No plans for general car tolls. The 2026 truck toll targets commercial vehicles only. Netherlands maintains its policy of keeping most roads toll-free for cars.

Do tourists get different rates?

No, all vehicles pay identical toll rates regardless of registration country. Foreign license plates are tracked equally for payment enforcement.

Netherlands vs. Regional Countries

Country System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Netherlands Limited tolls €0-1.51/trip 3 toll points only
Germany Truck tolls + select routes Free for cars Truck network wide
Belgium Truck tolls only €0.076-0.206/km Trucks >3.5t
France Extensive toll network €0.13/km average Most autoroutes

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Official Resources:

  • A24 Toll Payment: www.e-tol.nl - Official payment portal
  • Westerschelde Tunnel: www.westerscheldetunnel.nl - Tunnel information
  • Rijkswaterstaat: www.rijkswaterstaat.nl - Dutch road authority
  • RDW: www.rdw.nl - Vehicle licensing and truck toll information

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