Motorway toll Netherlands 2024 → Price, how to pay, toll road sections
- There are no tolls on motorways in the Netherlands.
- Tolls are mandatory only for vehicles over 12 tonnes (so-called Eurovignette).
- Tolls only apply for some tunnels.
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Netherlands vignette 2024
You do not need a vignette to drive on Netherlands motorways and there are no tolls.
The Netherlands has one of the most developed and dense motorway networks in the world. In total, there is 3 530 km of motorways. Motorways are marked with the letter A, according to the Dutch “autosnelwegen” (translated motorway).
Map of highways in the Netherlands
An up to date map of the Dutch motorways can be found at Rijkswaterstaat.nl.
Netherlands tunnel tolls 2024
Westerscheldetunnel
The tunnel toll is paid at the toll gates. It can be paid in cash, by credit card or with a smartphone and watch.
- Passanger cars – €5,00
The complete price list can be found at Westerscheldetunnel.nl.
Kiltunnel
The tunnel toll is payable in cash or by credit card.
- Passenger cars – €2,00
The complete price list can be found at Kiltunnel.nl.
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Speed limits in the Netherlands
Limits for automobiles up to 3.5 tonnes and motorcycles
- Urban area: 50 km/h
- Rural area: 80 km/h
- On the motorway and road for motor vehicles: 100 km/h (between 6 – 19 h) 130 km/h (19 – 6 h)
For cars up to 3.5 tonnes with a trailer, the maximum speed limit on motorways and motor roads is 90 km/h.
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Driving fines in the Netherlands 2024
If you commit a minor traffic offence in the Netherlands, you will be sent a letter marked “M” in the top right-hand corner. The letter will be addressed to the registered owner of the car or to the person who rented the car from the rental company. You will be notified in writing even if you have been fined by the police on the spot. The letter will state the type of offence and the amount of the fine. The fine must be paid within 8 weeks.
If you neglect to pay the fine in time, you will receive a maximum of two payment reminders. The sum payable will increase with each reminder. The amount of the first reminder is 1.5 times the original amount. The amount of the second reminder is three times the original amount.
Unpaid debts are further recovered.
Speeding fines in the Netherlands
In the Netherlands, you can find quite a lot of automatic speed cameras and speed cameras, especially around cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Arnhem.
Fines for speeding in a municipality range from €56 and can reach up to €431.
Fines for selected traffic offences in the Netherlands
- Running a red light – €240
- Passing on the right – €240
- Driving without seat belt fastened – €140
- Using a mobile phone while driving – €240
- Failure to yield right of way – €240
- Riding under the influence of alcohol – drivers, who cause death by drunk driving face up to six years in prison. Drunk driving injuries are punishable by up to three years in prison. Refusal to the a breath test can result in a fine of €250.
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Driving in the Netherlands 2024
Mandatory car equipment in the Netherlands
- A safety helmet is mandatory for motorcycle drivers and their passengers
A warning triangle, reflective vest and first kid aid are not mandatory but only recommended.
Tires
Winter tires are not mandatory.
The minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm.
It is forbidden to use snow chains regardless of the conditions.
Seat belts
The use of seat belts is mandatory on all seats.
Kids in the car
Children up to 135 cm in height must have a child car seat. Depending on the height and weight of the child, a child car seat or booster seat can be used.
If you are transporting a child in the front seat against the direction of travel, you must deactivate the airbag.
Children over 135 cm must wear a seat belt. If the belt goes across the neck rather than across the chest, the child must use a booster seat.
Drinking and driving
The maximum legal limit for blood alcohol levels is 0.5 per mile for cyclists and motor vehicle drivers, with the following exceptions:
- 0.2 per mile – novice driver (holder of a driving license for less than 5 years)
- 0.2 per mile – motorcycle driver under 24 years of age
Refusal to take the breath test may be punished by a fine of €250.
Daytime driving lights
Daytime running lights are not mandatory in the Netherlands for cars or motorcycles. In low visibility, foggy conditions and after dark, you should use dipped-beam headlights. More detailed information can be found at Swov.nl.
Cyclists
As the Netherlands is known, it is a bicycle powerhouse. You will encounter cyclists and bicycles everywhere in this country, so be alert as a driver.
Cyclists can also be fined for non-compliance with traffic rules. You can find more about the rules for cyclists in the Netherlands at Holland2stay.com.