Truck Toll Costs in Europe 2026: Complete Country Comparison
Toll costs for HGVs vary enormously across Europe — from a few cents to over 60 cents per kilometre. For hauliers and dispatchers this comparison is critical: choosing the right route can save hundreds of euros per journey.
All prices are based on a 40-tonne articulated lorry with 5 axles and a Euro 6 engine (CO₂ class 1) — the most common heavy vehicle category in Europe.
The Most Expensive Toll Countries
1. Austria – €0.55–0.57/km
Austria is one of the most expensive toll countries in Europe. The Go-Box system (ASFINAG) captures HGVs on almost all motorways and expressways. Add special toll sections such as the Arlberg Tunnel and the Brenner route. A 40-tonne truck on Vienna–Salzburg (approx. 300 km) pays around €170.
2. Germany – €0.35–0.52/km
Since the introduction of the CO₂ component in March 2024, Germany has become significantly more expensive. The base rate for a 5-axle Euro 6 truck is €0.348/km; with the CO₂ surcharge (class 1) it rises to up to €0.52/km. Berlin–Munich (approx. 600 km) costs around €207.
3. Belgium – approx. €0.30/km
The Belgian Viapass system applies to all vehicles over 3.5 tonnes on motorways and major national roads. At around €0.30/km Belgium sits in the upper mid-range — with relatively short transit distances given the country's size.
4. Czech Republic – approx. €0.23/km
The Czech toll system (MYTOCZ) covers motorways and selected first-class roads electronically. At around €0.23/km the Czech Republic is moderate. On Berlin–Prague (approx. 100 km on Czech territory) a 40-tonne truck pays around €22.
5. Netherlands – approx. €0.20/km
The Netherlands has operated a kilometre-based toll system (viaRAI) since 2023. The rate is around €0.20/km for heavy trucks. Hamburg–Amsterdam (approx. 165 km of chargeable roads in the Netherlands) costs around €33.
Mid-Range: France
France – €0.13–0.45/km
France is particularly complex: the motorway network is split into dozens of concession sections operated by different companies (APRR, ASF, SANEF, SAPN, COFIROUTE and others). Rates vary significantly by operator and section. A 40-tonne truck averages around €0.13–0.45/km. On Munich–Paris (approx. 510 km in France) the toll comes to around €68 — one of the lower figures in western Europe.
The Cheapest Toll Countries
Finland – €0.00/km (toll-free) 💡 Insider tip
Finland charges no HGV toll. Trucks of any size can use the Finnish road network free of charge — neither motorways nor national roads carry toll charges. Finland is one of the few European countries with no distance-based HGV toll — a significant cost advantage for northern transport routes.
Poland – approx. €0.07/km
Poland's e-TOLL system is one of Europe's most affordable. Only parts of the motorway network are chargeable, the rest is free. On Berlin–Warsaw (approx. 460 km in Poland) a 40-tonne truck pays just around €31 — a fraction of the German costs for a similar distance.
Full Country Comparison (40t, 5 axles, Euro 6)
| Country | €/km (approx.) | System | Chargeable roads | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austria | €0.55–0.57 | Free-flow (Go-Box) | Almost all motorways | AT toll rules |
| Germany | €0.35–0.52 | Free-flow (Toll Collect) | Motorways + federal roads | DE toll rules |
| Hungary | ~€0.48 | Electronic (HU-GO) | Motorways | HU toll rules |
| Belgium | ~€0.30 | Free-flow (Viapass) | Motorways + national roads | BE toll rules |
| Switzerland | ~€0.28 | LSVA (weight-based) | All roads | CH toll rules |
| Czech Republic | ~€0.23 | Electronic (MYTOCZ) | Motorways + class 1 roads | CZ toll rules |
| Netherlands | ~€0.20 | Electronic (viaRAI) | Motorways | NL toll rules |
| Slovakia | ~€0.19 | Electronic | Motorways | SK toll rules |
| Slovenia | ~€0.18 | Toll barriers | Motorways | SI toll rules |
| France | €0.13–0.45 | Toll barriers (concessions) | Chargeable motorways | FR toll rules |
| Croatia | ~€0.12 | Toll barriers | Motorways | HR toll rules |
| Poland | ~€0.07 | Electronic (e-TOLL) | Parts of motorway network | PL toll rules |
| Finland | €0.00 | – | No HGV toll | FI toll rules |
Detailed rates, tariff zones and current regulations for each country are available directly in the linked toll rules pages — all weight classes, axle counts and emission classes listed.
Real-World Route Examples
| Route | Countries | Toll costs (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Berlin → Warsaw | DE + PL | €31 + €31 = €62 |
| Hamburg → Vienna | DE + AT | €318 + €164 = €482 |
| Berlin → Prague | DE + CZ | €83 + €22 = €105 |
| Munich → Paris | DE + FR | €112 + €68 = €180 |
| Hamburg → Amsterdam | DE + NL | €103 + €33 = €136 |
Tip: Route choice can save hundreds of euros. Berlin–Warsaw costs only a third of the toll for Berlin–Munich despite a similar distance — because Poland's rates are far lower than Germany's.
Why the Differences Are So Large
1. Financing model: In Poland the state covers a large share of road infrastructure costs. In France or Italy, private operators have invested billions and recover those costs through toll fees.
2. Climate policy: Germany introduced a CO₂ component in 2024 that increased diesel truck tolls by up to 50%. Other countries offer emission discounts but without such dramatic differentiation.
3. Infrastructure density: Countries with complex, expensive road networks (Austria: many tunnels and mountain sections) build higher maintenance costs into their rates.
The Trend: Tolls Are Rising
HGV tolls are increasing across Europe — driven by inflation and climate policy. In Germany, the 2024 CO₂ toll reform raised rates for Euro 6 trucks by around 65%. Austria and other countries are planning similar measures through 2026/2027.
For hauliers this means: accurate toll calculation is no longer a nice-to-have — it is an economic necessity.
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