Toll in the Netherlands
What is a toll (obligation)?
Most countries in Europe charge tolls. This is known as a toll obligation. But what does this mean? Toll fees are charged for the use of many motorways and expressways as well as tunnels and bridges. The money collected through tolls is invested, for example, in the road network. This ensures a smooth journey on your way to your holiday. The primary areas of investment are infrastructure, traffic management and road safety, as well as environmental protection measures.
Infrastructure: construction and maintenance of roads and motorways
Traffic safety and traffic management: new technologies such as intelligent traffic systems or toll gantries
Environmental protection: expansion of noise barriers or measures to reduce emissions
How is the toll charged in the Netherlands?
In the Netherlands, so far only one motorway is subject to tolls, the A24/Blankenburg Connection (west of Rotterdam). In addition, although most tunnels in the Netherlands are toll-free, you must pay a special toll for using the Kil Tunnel. The Westerschelde Tunnel is also subject to a toll for tall vehicles.
A24 Motorway
This toll obligation applies to cars, motorcycles and motorhomes up to 3.5 t. Motor vehicles weighing more than 3.5 t must pay a higher toll fee. Accordingly, a distinction is made between the following categories, which determine the amount of the toll:
Vehicles up to 3.5 t
Vehicles over 3.5 t
The toll is charged as a flat fee (according to the respective category). This means the toll is not distance-based (dependent on kilometres). The A24 is therefore a special toll route. Payment is made using the Free-Flow System (e-TOL). For this, the vehicle's licence plate is photographed. The toll can be paid online by credit card up to 72 hours after the journey. Automatic payment is also possible, but you must register with a provider for this. There are no toll stations on site.
Kil Tunnel
The Kil Tunnel is subject to tolls for all vehicle owners and connects Dordrecht with Hoeksche Waard. The amount of the special toll depends on the height of your vehicle. A distinction is made between the following categories:
Motorcycles, vehicles with or without a trailer under a height of 2.30 m
Vehicles from a height of 2.30 m
Further information on the Kil Tunnel can be found on the official website for the Kil Tunnel.
Westerschelde Tunnel
The tunnel connects Terneuzen with Goes and is 6.6 km long. For motorcycles, cars and motorhomes (vehicles with a height of less than 3 m), the Westerschelde Tunnel is toll-free. As soon as your vehicle is taller than 3 m, you must pay a toll. Motorhomes are an exception: even if your motorhome is taller than 3 m, you do not have to pay any fees. Further information on the Westerschelde Tunnel can be found on the official website for the Westerschelde Tunnel.
Will there soon be a truck toll (distance-based toll) in the Netherlands?
From July 2026, a toll is to be introduced on motorways and other roads for trucks weighing 3.5 t or more. This toll will be charged based on distance, meaning the distance travelled determines the amount of the toll. In addition, the amount of the distance-based toll is influenced by the weight and emission class of the motor vehicle. The distance-based toll is to be recorded using an on-board unit (transponder/transmitter). Heavy motorhomes are not affected by this truck toll, although a registration requirement is planned.
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FAQ for Your Trip to the Netherlands
Answers to the most frequently asked questions on this topic.
Is there a general toll obligation on motorways in the Netherlands?
No, there is no general toll obligation on all motorways in the Netherlands. Currently, only the A24/Blankenburg connection west of Rotterdam is subject to tolls. Most other motorways and expressways are toll-free.
Which vehicles are subject to tolls on the A24?
On the A24, cars, motorcycles, and motorhomes up to 3.5 t as well as vehicles over 3.5 t are subject to tolls. The amount of the fee depends on the total weight of the vehicle and is divided into two categories: up to 3.5 t and over 3.5 t.
How is the toll paid on the A24?
Payment is made via a so-called Free-Flow System (e-TOL). The vehicle's license plate is automatically recorded. The toll can be paid online by credit card up to 72 hours after the journey. Alternatively, automatic payment via a registered provider is possible. There are no toll stations on site.
Is the toll on the A24 distance-based?
No, the toll on the A24 is charged as a flat fee and is not distance-based. It is therefore a special toll route with fixed fees depending on the vehicle category.
Is the Kiltunnel subject to toll?
Yes, all vehicles must pay a special toll to use the Kiltunnel. The fee depends on the height of the vehicle.
How is the toll calculated in the Kiltunnel?
In the Kiltunnel, a distinction is made between two vehicle categories: vehicles (with or without a trailer) under 2.30 m in height and vehicles from 2.30 m in height. The respective vehicle height determines the amount of the toll fee.
Do you have to pay a toll for the Westerschelde Tunnel?
Motorcycles, cars and motorhomes with a vehicle height under 3 m are toll-free in the Westerschelde Tunnel. Vehicles with a height over 3 m are generally subject to toll. An exception applies to motorhomes: these remain toll-free even if they are taller than 3 m.
Are there toll stations on the A24?
There are no classic toll stations on the A24, as the toll is recorded digitally via the license plate.
