What is a special toll?
A special toll is only charged in Bulgaria at the two Danube bridges to Romania: at the Ruse-Giurgiu bridge in the direction of Romania (car €2.00) and at the Vidin-Calafat bridge in both directions (car €6.00). This fee is in addition to the vignette.
Who has to pay the special toll?
An additional fee must be paid to use the special toll routes in Bulgaria. Although special toll routes are not subject to either the vignette requirement or the distance-based toll, they are nevertheless subject to a toll. This means that regardless of whether you have already purchased a vignette or paid the distance-based toll, you must pay an additional amount for the Danube bridges Ruse-Giurgiu (towards Romania) and Vidin-Calafat.
Accordingly, every vehicle owner must pay the special toll as soon as a special toll route is used. Note that most special toll routes can only be reached via access roads subject to the vignette requirement or access roads subject to the distance-based toll. Therefore, regardless of the special toll route, it makes sense to purchase a vignette or an electronic transmitter device for the distance-based toll.
Which routes does the special toll apply to?
The special toll routes in Bulgaria include the Vidin-Calafat Danube bridge as well as the Ruse-Giurgiu bridge in the direction of Romania. The Danube flows through Romania and Bulgaria, while at the same time separating the two countries from one another. Additional fees apply for the use of these bridges. The Romanian bridge toll in the direction of Bulgaria will no longer apply as of October 1, 2026. For ferries, you pay the usual ferry fare. This is not a toll.
The Europamaut team wishes you a pleasant trip
We wish you a pleasant trip to Bulgaria and lots of enjoyment while exploring this diverse country. You can find more information on the toll in Bulgaria in our guide. Feel free to also use our route planner to plan your trip optimally and be shown the suitable toll products. If you have any questions, we are available at any time by email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most important questions about the special toll in Bulgaria.
For which routes does the special toll in Bulgaria apply?
For the Vidin-Calafat Danube Bridge and the Ruse-Giurgiu Bridge in the direction of Romania.
Do I still have to pay the special toll if I already have a vignette?
Who has to pay the special toll?
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