Toll in Montenegro
What is a toll (requirement)?
Most countries in Europe charge toll fees. This is known as a toll requirement. But what does that mean? For the use of many motorways and expressways as well as tunnels and bridges, so-called toll fees are charged. The funds collected through tolls are invested, for example, in the road network. This helps ensure a smooth journey on your way to your holiday destination. The primary areas of investment include infrastructure, traffic management and road safety, as well as environmental protection measures.
Infrastructure: construction and maintenance of roads and motorways
Road 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 collected in Montenegro?
Special toll routes on certain roads
Montenegro does not have a nationwide toll system. Therefore, there is neither a vignette requirement nor a distance-based toll. Currently, tolls only apply on certain roads known as special toll routes. These include a section of the A1 motorway (between Smokovac and Mateševo) and the Sozina Tunnel (located on the E80 between Podgorica and Bar). The number of kilometers driven does not matter. Instead, you pay a flat rate depending on your vehicle. However, the amount of the special toll fee may vary depending on the vehicle class.
Regulations and vehicle classes
Regulations
The classification of vehicles is mainly based on the number of axles, the vehicle height and the permissible total weight. The following regulations apply:
Passenger cars: Vehicles over 1.3 m at the front axle and over a total height of 1.9 m are charged higher toll fees.
Vehicle combinations: Combinations with a towing vehicle higher than 1.3 m at the front axle, combinations with a total vehicle height above 1.9 m, as well as combinations (towing vehicle + trailer) over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight are charged higher toll fees.
Motorhomes: Motorhomes over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight are subject to higher toll fees.
Vehicle classes
These regulations allow vehicles to be classified into the following vehicle categories:
Class I: Motorcycles, quads and trikes
Class II: Motor vehicles (2 axles) up to 1.3 m at the front axle and vehicles up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight with a total height up to 1.9 m.
Class III: Motor vehicles (3 axles or more) up to 1.3 m at the front axle and a total height up to 1.9 m, as well as vehicles (2 axles) up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight with a total height above 1.9 m.
Class IV: Motor vehicles (up to 3 axles) over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight and over 1.3 m height at the front axle, as well as vehicles (2 axles) up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight with a total height above 1.9 m with a trailer.
Class V: Motor vehicles (4 axles or more) over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight and over 1.3 m height at the front axle.
Payment of the special toll
Toll fees can be paid in cash or by card at the toll stations. In addition, you can purchase a paid electronic transponder at the toll stations, which must be topped up with a minimum balance. Electronic devices allow the automatic deduction of toll fees and can make your journey easier. Good to know: In Montenegro you can pay everywhere with euros, so you do not need to exchange money for your trip.
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FAQ for your trip to Montenegro
Is a vignette required in Montenegro?
No, Montenegro does not have a nationwide toll system and therefore no vignette requirement. Tolls are only charged on certain special toll routes.
Which roads require toll payments in Montenegro?
Currently, tolls only apply on selected roads. These include a section of the A1 motorway between Smokovac and Mateševo and the Sozina Tunnel on the E80 between Podgorica and Bar.
How is the toll calculated in Montenegro?
On the special toll routes, a flat rate is charged. The number of kilometers driven does not matter. The amount of the fee depends on the vehicle class.
How are vehicle classes determined in Montenegro?
The classification is based on the number of axles, the height at the front axle, the total height and the permissible total weight of the vehicle. Based on this, vehicles are assigned to classes I to V.
Which vehicles belong to Class I?
Class I includes motorcycles, quads and trikes.
When is a passenger car charged a higher toll?
A passenger car is placed in a higher category if it is over 1.3 m at the front axle or has a total height above 1.9 m. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight above 3.5 t also fall into higher toll categories.
Are there special regulations for vehicle combinations and motorhomes?
Yes, vehicle combinations and motorhomes are charged higher tolls depending on their height, number of axles and gross vehicle weight. For example, motorhomes over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight fall into a higher vehicle class.
How can tolls be paid in Montenegro?
Payment is made directly at the toll stations, either in cash or by card. In addition, an electronic transponder can be purchased and topped up with a minimum balance to enable automatic toll payments.
Which currency is used to pay tolls?
In Montenegro, tolls are paid in euros. Travelers from the eurozone therefore do not need to exchange money.
