Truck Tolls in Romania: TollRo and Rovinieta
As of 1 October 2026, Romania operates a distance-based toll system for heavy goods vehicles called TollRo, which has replaced the time-based Rovinieta vignette for vehicles over 3.5 t. Cars and light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 t continue to use the Rovinieta. The system is operated by the state road authority CNAIR and is managed through the etoll.ro portal and the TollRo app.
Quick answer: A 40-tonne articulated truck (Euro 6) pays 0.48 lei/km (approximately €0.096/km) on motorways and expressways under TollRo, and half that rate on national roads. The exact rate depends on the vehicle's maximum permissible weight, Euro emission class, and road category.
Who Does TollRo Apply To?
TollRo applies to trucks and articulated lorries with a maximum permissible weight exceeding 3.5 t, as well as equivalent combination vehicles. Cars, buses, and light commercial vehicles up to 3.5 t remain subject to the Rovinieta – there is no distance-based toll for these vehicle categories.
Where Does TollRo Apply?
The toll is charged on the SETRE network managed by CNAIR, which includes:
- Motorways (Autostrăzi)
- Expressways (Drumuri expres)
- National roads (Drumuri naționale, DN)
Built-up areas are exempt: no TollRo charge applies on national roads passing through towns and villages (intravilan) between the entry and exit signs.
How Is the TollRo Charge Calculated?
TollRo = rate (lei/km, VAT included) × kilometres travelled (rounded up to the nearest whole kilometre). The rate depends on three factors:
- Maximum permissible weight: over 12 t, 7.5–12 t, or 3.5–7.5 t
- Euro emission class: Euro VI = base rate; Euro IV–V +15%; Euro 0–III +30%
- Road category: full rate on motorways/expressways; 50% on national roads (DN)
How Do Trucks Pay TollRo?
Payment is handled through the CNAIR portal etoll.ro and the TollRo app. Three options are available:
- Route ticket (tichet de rută): a pre-booked ticket for a specific route – purchased via etoll.ro, the app, or CNAIR sales points
- Mobile session: the route is tracked live in the TollRo app and charged against a prepaid electronic balance (credit card)
- SETRE provider (OBU): from 15 January 2027, payment will also be possible through EETS service providers using an on-board unit – fully interoperable across the EU
Fleet operators are encouraged to set up an account on etoll.ro, where vehicles and entire fleets can be registered and balances and invoices managed centrally.
The Rovinieta for Cars and Vehicles up to 3.5 t
For cars and light commercial vehicles, the Rovinieta remains the time-based vignette for the national road network. It is available for 1 day, 10 days, 30 days, 90 days, and 12 months, with pricing based on vehicle category (C–F) and Euro emission class. It can be purchased at etoll.ro, through the TollRo app, from authorised retailers, by SMS, or at CNAIR/DRDP offices.
Penalties for Non-Payment
Compliance is monitored through fixed checkpoints and automated detection systems:
- Back-payment of the unpaid toll
- Fines, scaled according to vehicle class and type of violation
- Foreign vehicles are captured by the CNAIR system and at border crossings – a missing TollRo ticket will not go unnoticed
Is the Romanian Toll Subject to VAT?
Yes. TollRo and Rovinieta charges are gross prices including 21% VAT (as of 2026). Companies based in Germany can reclaim the foreign VAT through the VAT refund procedure. For more details, see: VAT on truck tolls.
Cost Examples for Typical Routes (40 t, Euro 6)
Real TollRo figures calculated using the TollCalc toll calculator:
| Route | Distance | Toll |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharest → Constanța (A2) | 228 km | €19.24 |
| Bucharest → Brașov | 185 km | €11.04 |
| Arad → Bucharest | 570 km | €43.36 |
| Cluj-Napoca → Timișoara | 326 km | €26.13 |
Romania remains one of the most affordable toll countries in Europe – a 40-tonne truck pays around €0.096/km on motorways, significantly less than in Germany, Austria, or France.
Tips for Hauliers Operating in Romania
- Book before you travel: TollRo – like a vignette – must be paid in advance. Set up a route ticket or top up your app balance before entering the country.
- Choose your route carefully: national roads cost only 50% of the motorway rate – on shorter sections, a DN route may be cheaper, though it will take longer.
- Check your Euro class: Euro VI vehicles pay the base rate; older vehicles pay up to 30% more – make sure the correct classification is registered in the system.
- Plan for the SETRE transition: from 15 January 2027, TollRo will also be available via EETS providers with an OBU – it's worth discussing this with your provider now.
- Secure your VAT refund: the 21% VAT on Rovinieta/TollRo charges is recoverable as input tax – keep all receipts.
Key Facts About Romanian Tolls
- System: TollRo (distance-based) for HGVs > 3.5 t – in force since 1 October 2026; Rovinieta (vignette) for cars/≤ 3.5 t
- Operator: CNAIR (portal: etoll.ro)
- Toll network: motorways, expressways, and national roads (excluding built-up areas)
- VAT: 21% (2026)
- Special tolls: none
Rate Overview (TollRo, from 1 October 2026)
Rates in lei/km, VAT included – motorways/expressways (national roads = 50%):
| Vehicle | Euro VI | Euro IV–V | Euro 0–III |
|---|---|---|---|
| > 12 t | 0.48 | 0.55 | 0.62 |
| 7.5–12 t | 0.29 | 0.33 | 0.37 |
| 3.5–7.5 t | 0.17 | 0.19 | 0.22 |
At the current exchange rate (1 leu ≈ €0.20), a 40-tonne articulated truck (Euro VI) pays approximately €0.096/km on motorways – one of the lowest toll rates in Europe.
Discounts and Concessions
Note: User-dependent discounts are the exception in Europe – rates are typically determined solely by vehicle data (weight, axles, EURO/CO₂ class). Where operators do offer discounts, these apply per concession and are subject to specific conditions. As of October 2026; the conditions of the respective operator are authoritative.
| Discount Type | Available? | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Frequent user / subscription | No | TollRo charges strictly per kilometre – no frequent-user or volume discounts |
| Passenger car | No | Rovinieta vignette for cars/≤ 3.5 t; no discounts |
| Payment method | No | Route ticket, app or SETRE provider (from 15 Jan 2027) – same rate applies |
| Emissions / CO₂ class | Yes | EURO class: Euro VI = base rate, Euro IV–V +15%, Euro 0–III +30% |
| Time of day | No | – |
| Time-limited | No | – |
Operator: CNAIR (TollRo, portal etoll.ro).
FAQ
What is the difference between the Rovinieta and TollRo?
The Rovinieta is a time-based vignette for cars and vehicles up to 3.5 t. TollRo is the distance-based toll for trucks and articulated lorries over 3.5 t, in force since 1 October 2026.
How much does the truck toll in Romania cost?
A 40-tonne articulated truck (Euro VI) pays 0.48 lei/km (approximately €0.096/km) on motorways, and half that on national roads. The Bucharest–Constanța route costs around €19.
How do I pay TollRo?
Through the etoll.ro portal or the TollRo app: either as a pre-booked route ticket or as a live mobile session charged against your app balance. From 15 January 2027, payment via SETRE/EETS providers with an on-board unit will also be available.
Is the Romanian toll subject to VAT?
Yes – TollRo and Rovinieta charges are gross prices including 21% VAT, which is recoverable through the VAT refund procedure.
Is there anything I need to be aware of from October 2026 onwards?
Yes: trucks over 3.5 t are now subject to TollRo instead of the Rovinieta. Before travelling, purchase a route ticket or top up your app balance. From 15 January 2027, OBU-based billing through EETS providers will also become available.
Does the toll apply in built-up areas?
No. TollRo does not apply on national roads passing through built-up areas (intravilan) between the town entry and exit signs.
Sources
- CNAIR – TollRo (official)
- etoll.ro – Portal and TollRo/Rovinieta rates
- Ordinul MTI nr. 1.925/2025 – Tariff categories
- Roviniete.ro – Rovinieta
- Live toll rules for Romania on TollCalc
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