Border Crossing Slovenia Italy
The border between Slovenia and Italy is over 200 km long and runs from northwestern Slovenia along the Alps to the Adriatic Sea in the southwest.
Border controls
Since Slovenia and Italy are part of the Schengen Area, there are normally no regular border controls between the two countries. However, Italy is temporarily reinstating checks at the land border with Slovenia, currently ordered until December 18, 2026. Expect checks and waiting times, and find out about the current situation before travelling. As a general rule, it is advisable to carry valid identification documents.
Border crossings
Below you will find an overview of some of the most important border crossings between Slovenia and Italy.
Tarvisio (border crossing in the north): This border crossing leads from Tarvisio to Kranjska Gora. If you follow the Sava River from there and take the A2/E61, you will reach Jože Pučnik Airport as well as Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana.
Muggia (border crossing in the south): The port city of Muggia is only about 15 minutes from Trieste and offers another option for crossing the border. From Muggia you can reach Koper in Slovenia or take the route via Hrvatini. This crossing is also suitable if you plan to continue on to Croatia afterwards.
Fernetti – Sežana (near Trieste): This border crossing is located near Trieste and is one of the most frequently used crossings between the two countries. The port city of Trieste lies on the Upper Adriatic and is only a few kilometres from the border. The route leads from Fernetti via the E61 (or E70) to the Slovenian municipality of Sežana. At the same time, this European route is also part of the route to Slovenia's capital, Ljubljana.
Slovenia
In the following section you will get a brief overview of whether you need a vignette in Slovenia, whether you have to pay a distance-based toll, or whether there are additionally special toll routes to be aware of. Detailed information on the toll and special toll in Slovenia can be found in our guides.
Vignette requirement (or not?)
If you want to use Slovenian motorways and expressways on your trip, vehicles up to 3.5 t GVW need an electronic vignette, the so-called E-Vinjeta. There are three toll classes: class 1 for motorcycles, class 2A for vehicles up to 1.30 m in height above the front axle (most passenger cars) as well as for all motorhomes up to 3.5 t, and class 2B for vehicles from 1.30 m in height above the front axle upwards (e.g. many vans). For vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of over 3.5 t GVW, the vignette requirement does not apply. In this case, a distance-based toll is charged. In addition, there are special toll routes where additional fees apply regardless of vehicle weight, for example when using the Karawanken Tunnel.
Distance-based toll
If your vehicle is over 3.5 t GVW, you will need a DarsGo transmitter device instead of the vignette to collect the distance-based toll. This toll is calculated based on the kilometres driven, the number of axles, and the vehicle's Euro emission class. In addition, the rate takes into account the vehicle's CO₂ emission class. This also applies to motorhomes over 3.5 t.
Special feature of the Karawanken Tunnel (special toll route)
The Karawanken Tunnel is a special toll route, for the use of which additional fees apply. Even though the tunnel itself is not a section requiring a vignette, the access roads run over sections requiring a vignette. The tunnel connects Austria with Slovenia and is frequently used for crossing the border. So, if you are travelling from Austria to Slovenia and want to use the Karawanken Tunnel, you should take into account both the additional tunnel toll and a valid vignette for the access roads.
Italy
In the following section you will get a brief overview of whether you need a vignette in Italy or have to pay a distance-based toll. Detailed information on tolls in Italy can be found in our guide.
Italy: Vignette requirement (or not?)
In Italy there is no vignette requirement. Instead, a distance-based motorway toll is charged. In addition, fees may apply for certain tunnels, mountain pass roads, car ferry/rail loading services as well as for so-called city toll zones.
Distance-based toll
Most Italian motorways are subject to tolls, while expressways can generally be used free of charge. The amount of the motorway toll depends on the distance travelled as well as on the vehicle class and/or number of axles. Payment is made at toll stations. There are various systems for toll collection in Italy:
Closed toll system: This system is common on most motorways. When entering the motorway, you take a ticket, which is paid when you exit the route. The amount of the toll depends on the distance travelled.
Open toll system: Here, a flat amount is charged at a toll station. This system applies, for example, on sections of the A9 (Como–Milan), A8 (Varese–Milan), or A5 (Mont Blanc–Aosta).
Free-flow system: With this system, the licence plate is captured automatically, so no stopping is required. This system is used, among others, on the A33, A36, A59, and A60 motorways.
At most toll stations you can pay in cash as well as by credit or debit card. In addition, various electronic payment systems are available, such as the ADAC toll box, Telepass, bip&go, or the Camper toll box. With these systems you can use the Telepass lanes marked in yellow and pay the toll without stopping.
ADAC toll box: Suitable for vehicles regardless of height and weight.
Telepass: Also suitable for vehicles of all classes and available online or at special points of sale.
bip&go: Suitable for vehicles up to 3.5 t.
Camper toll box: Suitable for motorhomes over 3.5 t.
Toll tunnels and mountain pass roads
There are also several toll tunnels and mountain pass roads in Italy, including:
Great St Bernard Road Tunnel (Switzerland–Italy)
Munt la Schera Road Tunnel (Switzerland–Italy)
Mont Blanc Road Tunnel (France–Italy)
Fréjus Road Tunnel (France–Italy)
Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road (Austria–Italy)
Toll car-loading services
In addition, there are toll car-loading services through tunnel connections:
Simplon Tunnel car-loading service (Switzerland–Italy)
Lötschberg and Simplon Tunnel car-loading service (Switzerland–Italy)
City toll: Access to the city centres of Milan, Bologna, and Palermo
In some Italian cities, a flat city toll is charged for entry into certain restricted traffic zones (ZTL). These include, among others, the city centres of Milan, Bologna, and Palermo.
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