Toll in Denmark
What is a toll (requirement)?
Most countries in Europe charge toll fees. There is a so-called toll requirement. But what does that mean? Toll fees are charged for the use of many motorways and expressways as well as tunnels and bridges. The revenue generated from tolls is, for example, invested in the road network. This ensures a smooth journey on your way to your holiday destination. The primary areas of investment are infrastructure, traffic management, road safety, and environmental protection measures.
Infrastructure: Construction and maintenance of roads and motorways
Road safety and traffic management: New technologies such as intelligent transport systems or toll bridges
Environmental protection: Expansion of noise barriers or measures to reduce emissions
How are toll fees collected in Denmark?
Denmark has no general toll requirement. This means you do not have to pay a distance-based toll or buy a vignette. Instead, a special toll is charged on only two specific routes. This special toll applies to all vehicles crossing these routes. The two special toll routes in Denmark are the Øresund Bridge and the Storebælt Bridge. The amount of the special toll varies depending on vehicle type, vehicle height, and vehicle length. For motorhomes, the fee is also determined by the overall length (up to 6 m / from 6 m / up to 10 m). However, the individual vehicle classes differ depending on the bridge.
Øresund Bridge
Vehicle classes
The Øresund Bridge connects Denmark with Sweden. If you want to use the Øresund Bridge, you must pay a special toll fee. The amount of the special toll differs depending on the vehicle class. The following vehicle classes apply:
Car and motorhome up to 6 m
Car up to 6 m with trailer/caravan up to 15 m total length, motorhome from 6 to 10 m, and van up to 9 m
Car with trailer/caravan over 15 m, motorhome over 10 m
Motorcycle
Payment of the special toll
You can pay the special toll on site (in Danish or Swedish kroner) in the yellow lanes. You can also pay on site by credit card—for this, use the blue lanes. In addition, there are green lanes where payment is possible electronically. For this you need a transponder (e.g., ØresundPAY or BroBizz). Keep your receipt as a precaution and check whether your vehicle has been classified correctly. Incorrect classification can also be disputed afterwards.
If you prefer to pay the special toll in advance, that is also possible. You can pay online in advance and then receive an online ticket so that your license plate is recognized. This means you do not have to stop to pay on site.
Storebælt Bridge
Vehicle classes
The Storebælt Bridge connects the island of Funen with the island of Zealand. If you want to use the Storebælt Bridge, you must pay a special toll fee. The amount of the special toll differs depending on the vehicle class. The following vehicle classes apply:
Car: under 3 m in length
Car, car with trailer, motorhome: up to 6 m total length and under 3.5 t GVW
Car, car with trailer: over 6 m total length, under 2.7 m in height, and under 3.5 t GVW
Motorhome: 6 m to 10 m in length and under 3.5 t GVW with a Storebælt motorhome agreement
Motorhome: over 6 m to 10 m in length and over 3.5 t GVW
Motorhome: over 10 m and over 3.5 t GVW
Motorcycle: under 3 m in length
Motorcycle with trailer: 3–6 m total length
Payment of the special toll
As on the Øresund Bridge, you can pay in the yellow lane with cash. However, at the Storebælt Bridge, euro banknotes are also accepted. Please note that your change will be returned in Danish kroner. In the blue lane, you can pay by credit card only. The green lanes are for electronic/automatic payment of the special toll fees using a transponder or license plate recognition.
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FAQ about your trip to Denmark
Is there a general toll requirement in Denmark?
No, Denmark has no general toll requirement. You do not need a vignette, and there is no distance-based toll on motorways or expressways. Fees apply only on certain bridges.
Which routes are subject to tolls in Denmark?
A special toll is charged only for two routes: the Øresund Bridge (between Denmark and Sweden) and the Storebælt Bridge (between Funen and Zealand). All other roads are toll-free.
Which vehicles does the special toll apply to?
The special toll applies to all vehicles using either of the two bridges. The fee depends on vehicle type, vehicle height, and vehicle length. For motorhomes, the overall length is also an important factor.
How do you pay on the Øresund Bridge?
Payment can be made on site or online in advance. On site, you can pay cash in the yellow lanes (Danish or Swedish kroner), by credit card in the blue lanes, or electronically in the green lanes using a transponder (e.g., ØresundPAY or BroBizz). Alternatively, you can book an online ticket so your license plate is recognized automatically.
How do you pay on the Storebælt Bridge?
On the Storebælt Bridge, you can also pay cash in the yellow lane (Danish kroner or euros; change is given in Danish kroner). In the blue lane, payment is by credit card. The green lanes allow electronic/automatic payment via transponder or license plate recognition.
Can the toll be paid online in advance?
Yes, an online advance payment is possible for both the Øresund Bridge and the Storebælt Bridge. After booking, you receive an online ticket, your license plate is registered, and you do not have to stop at the toll station.
Are there different vehicle classes on the bridges?
Yes, the vehicle classes differ depending on the bridge. The key factors are length, height, gross vehicle weight, and vehicle type (e.g., car, motorhome, motorcycle, or vehicle combination). Therefore, fees can vary significantly.
What should I keep in mind after paying?
Keep your payment receipt and check whether your vehicle has been classified correctly. If there is an incorrect classification, you may be able to submit a complaint afterwards.
