Tolls in Italy: Information at a glance
A toll is payable on most Italian motorways.
- Expressways are not subject to tolls.
- Some tunnels are subject to tolls.
- Access to restricted traffic zones (ZTL) in the city centres of Milan, Bologna and Palermo is subject to a charge.
- In principle, two-axle vehicles are subject to tolls in Italy. This applies to cars, motorcycles, motorhomes and trucks.
☛ How much do I have to pay in Italy?
☛ How much do I have to pay in Italy?
Vehicle classes
Tolls in Italy are based on the vehicle class, which is determined by the number of axles of the vehicle including trailer. For vehicles with two axles, there is an additional subdivision according to the height of the first axle up to 1.3 metres and over 1.3 metres. Tolls are due at each toll station and are divided into the following categories:
• Category A – 2 Assi: Motorcycles and vehicles with 2 axles up to 1.3 meters in height at the front axle.
• Category B – 2 Assi: motor homes and vehicles with 2 axles over 1.3 m high at the front axle.
• Category 3 – 3 Assi: Vehicles with 3 axles.
• Category 4 – 4 Assi: Vehicles with 4 axles.
• Category 5 – 5 Assi: Vehicles with 5 axles.
• Category 6 – 5 Assi: vehicles with 5 axles or more.
Toll stations in Italy
Toll costs in Italy vary depending on the route, paid in a closed or open system. There is also a purely electronic free flow system, where direct payment at stations is not possible. In both the closed and open and free flow systems, our toll box can be used for a quick and convenient journey.
Closed system
Most toll booths in Italy operate on the closed system. Here, the driver has to take a ticket when entering and pay the toll cost when leaving the motorway.
The toll cost is calculated based on the number of kilometres driven. If the ticket is lost, a penalty fee is charged and the highest possible amount is payable at the exit station. The yellow lanes may only be used by drivers with a toll box.
Open system
In the open system, a flat fee is charged per toll booth. This variant is usually used in conurbations such as Milan. The following routes belong to this system:
- A9 Como - Milan
- A8 Varese - Milan
- A5 Mont Blanc - Aosta
- A32 Frejus Tunnel - Turin
- A12 Rom - Civitaveccia
- A56 Neapel - Pozzuoli
- A3 Neapel - Salerono
Free Flow-System
Partially, there are also Free Flow systems. All vehicles are electronically scanned and the number plates are automatically registered. This includes the following routes:
• A36 Anschlussstelle Lomazzo bis Lentate sul Seveso
• A59 Tangenziale di Como
• A60 Tangenziale di Varese
☛ Do I have to pay tolls on all motorways in Italy?
In Sicily, only the A20 between Messina and Palermo and the A18 from Messina to Catania are subject to tolls.
Payment options for toll costs in Italy
Payment options on the lanes
- Yellow lane: This lane can only be used with a toll box.
- Yellow T symbol: Almost all lanes are marked with a yellow T symbol. These lanes can be used with a toll box.
- Blue lane: machines for credit cards or Viacard only.
- White lane: machines for cash, credit cards or Viacard.
☛ Attention!
Choose the correct lane at toll booths, because changing lanes by backing up or turning around is strictly prohibited. In the worst case, it is punishable by a fine of € 6,000 and possibly a driving ban of up to two years. If assistance is needed, appropriate buttons are available at the station.
Additional toll costs in Italy
Tunnels
There are additional toll costs for some tunnels and bridges.
Cost 2022 for a round trip in a car:
• Mont Blanc tunnel (Italy-France): €59.10
• Fréjus tunnel (Italy-France): €59.10
• Brenner (Italy-Austria): € 20.00
• Great Saint Bernard Tunnel (Italy-Switzerland): € 44.60
• Munt-la-Schera tunnel (Italy-Switzerland): €42,00 (Sun-Fri), € 50.00 (Sat)
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City toll: Toll costs in the city
Planning a trip to an Italian city? Here are some additional costs you might have to pay. These Italian cities have introduced a city toll: Milan, Bologna and Palermo. Motorcycles and mopeds, vehicles for the transport of disabled persons or vehicles with an appropriate permit are exempt from this. The city toll cannot be paid via the toll box and must be paid separately. If you drive in these city centres, you must expect the following costs:
- Milan: tolls are charged weekdays from 7.30am and 7.30pm, and range from €2 to €5 per day depending on the pollution class. There is also a choice of a day ticket for 5 euros and a multi-day ticket from 30 to 60 euros.
- Bologna: The toll ticket is only required for the traffic-calmed zone in the city centre, which costs 6 euros per day. There is also a 4-day ticket for 15 euros.
- Palermo: The city toll is payable from 8am to 8pm on weekdays and from 8am to 1pm on Saturdays. The daily ticket costs 5 euros and a monthly ticket 20 euros.
All prices without guarantee
FAQ about toll roads in Italy
Tolls are payable on almost all Italian motorways, with the exception of the A3 from Salerno to Reggio di Calabria, which is not subject to tolls. In Sicily, only the A20 between Messina and Palermo and the A18 from Messina to Catania are subject to tolls.
In Italy, tolls on all motorways average 7 cents per kilometre (as of 2022). Only the A2 from Salerno to Reggio di Calabria is not subject to tolls. In Sicily, tolls only have to be paid on the A20 motorway between Messina and Palermo and the A18 from Messina to Catania.
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