Border Crossings Romania Hungary
The border between Romania and Hungary stretches over 450 kilometers. At the same time, the border also ends at the tripoint with Ukraine and concludes at the tripoint with Serbia.
Border Controls
Please note that when traveling, you must expect (strict) border controls or identity checks between Romania and Hungary. On one hand, there is a risk of illegal migration, as Romania and Hungary are often used as transit countries for Europe. On the other hand, identity checks take place because Romania has not yet been part of the Schengen Area. However, it should be noted that these border controls and their strictness could soon change, as Romania will also become part of the Schengen Area from the beginning of January 2025. Of course, border controls also exist due to general risks and security regulations, including counter-terrorism, customs and trade controls, as well as national security interests.
Waiting Times
In connection with the checks, there may be waiting times, the length of which is difficult to predict. Therefore, you should allow extra time for your journey.
Border Crossings
The border crossings connect these two countries and their rich history as well as cultural diversity. They are significant for cross-border trade, tourism, and daily traffic between Romania and Hungary. Below, we have compiled a selection of important border crossings between Romania and Hungary for you:
Nădlac (Romania) – Ártánd (Hungary) border crossing: This border crossing represents one of the most important and busiest connections between Romania and Hungary. The border crossing is located on the European traffic route E68 and thus establishes a connection between the Romanian city of Arad and the Hungarian city of Szeged.
Turnu (Romania) – Borș (Hungary) border crossing: Like the previous border crossing, this connection between Turnu and Borș has traffic-related relevance and is particularly important for international traffic. Therefore, this crossing is heavily used by tourists and truck drivers. The crossing is located on the western border of Romania.
Sânnicolau Mare (Romania) – Jimbolia (Hungary) border crossing: While the other two border crossings are mainly of interest to tourists, this border crossing is known for its use by regional traffic. The crossing is located south of Timișoara (Romania) and connects Sânnicolau Mare with Jimbolia in Hungary.
Romania
The following section gives you an overview of whether you need a vignette and whether there are certain toll-liable road sections.
Romania: Vignette Requirement (or Not?)
In Romania, there is the electronic vignette called "Rovinieta", which you need for the Romanian national road network. It is important to know that trailers (combinations) do not require their own vignette, and motorhomes must have a car vignette regardless of their weight. It is common for the electronic vignette that vehicle data and the validity period of the vignette are recorded in a database, so the consumer only receives a receipt for the amount paid, which should be kept. Depending on the vehicle class, you must choose a different vignette and different prices apply. Further information on the digital vignette can be found here. Order your digital vignette conveniently and easily from home with us.
Distance-Based Toll
In Romania, there is no distance-based toll, but you need a digital vignette and must take into account additional fees when crossing the Danube.
Hungary
The following section gives you an overview of whether you need a vignette and whether there are certain toll-liable road sections.
Hungary: Vignette Requirement (or Not?)
In Hungary, there is a vignette requirement for cars, combinations, and motorhomes up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight. This is the so-called e-Matrica (Hungarian vignette), with which the toll is checked electronically via the license plate. You should purchase the digital vignette (e-vignette) online before your trip, as fines are threatened if an e-vignette is not present.
Depending on the vehicle class, your vehicle is tolled at different rates. For example, cars with more than 7 seats are tolled higher than cars with fewer than 7 seats. Further information on the different vehicle classes can be found here:
DM1: Motorcycles (weekly and monthly vignette)
D1: Motorcycles (annual vignette), cars, and motorhomes (vehicle class M1) up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight and up to 7 seats (also with trailer)
D2: Commercial vehicles, cars, and motorhomes up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight (which do not fit into any other category)
U: Trailers up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight (vehicles of class D2)
If you need more detailed information on the different vehicle classes, for example especially regarding motorhomes, you can find here further information.
Distance-Based Toll
You must pay the distance-based toll if your vehicle exceeds 3.5 t gross vehicle weight. This means that motorhomes (over 3.5 t gross vehicle weight), buses, and trucks have had to pay a distance-dependent electronic toll since January 2024, which is determined via the HU-GO system (electronic toll collection). Thus, the distance-based toll replaces the vignette. You therefore no longer need it.
The Europamaut Team Wishes You a Pleasant Journey!
We wish you a lot of fun on your trip and would be happy to provide you with further information on beautiful cities in Hungary as well as recommend a wonderful national park in Romania. Order your digital vignette now conveniently from home and benefit from the easy way to travel. If you have any questions, we are happy to help. Contact us anytime by email.
