Motorway toll Netherlands 2023 → 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)
Limits for automobiles up to 3.5 tonnes with a trailer
- Urban area: 50 km/h
- Rural area: 80 km/h
- On the motorway and road for motor vehicles: 90 km/h
Limits for trucks over 3.5 tonnes
- Urban area: 50 km/h
- Rural area: 80 km/h
- On the motorway and road for motor vehicles: 80 km/h
Limits for buses
- Urban area: 50 km/h
- Rural area: 75 km/h
- On the road for motor vehicles: 80 km/h
- On the motorway: 100 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.
If you still fail to pay the fine after the reminders, the Dutch ministry will forward the case to the driver’s country of residence, if it is in the EU, which will then endeavour to enforce payment of the fine.
If the case cannot be transferred to another EU country, the driver’s name will be added to the Dutch Tracing Register. This means that an investigating officer (such as a police or customs officer) can stop you and ask you to pay the fine on the spot. If you fail to do so, they can impound your vehicle.
- 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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Speeding fines in the Netherlands 2024
Even during the Covid-19 crisis in the Netherlands, they adjusted motorway speeds to only 100 km/h, arguing for increased safety and reduced accidents. However, this is outweighed by the fact that motorways are free. There are several automatic radars and segment measurements, especially around large cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Arnhem.
When it comes to sending fines home from abroad, the Netherlands is one of the Europe’s top countries.
Speeding in the urban area
- 8-10 km/h: from €56 to €72
- 11-20 km/h: from €98 to €194
- 21-30 km/h: from €207 to €340
- over 30 km/h: automatically subjected to an administrative procedure, which will decide on the legal proceedings
- over 50 km/h withdrawal of driving license for at least 1 month
Speeding in the rural area
- 7-10 km/h: from €56 to €72
- 11-20 km/h: from €98 to €194
- 21-30 km/h: from €207 to €340
- over 30 km/h: automatically subjected to an adiministrative procedure, which will decide on the legal proceedings
- over 50 km/h withdrawal of driving license for at least 1 month
Speeding on the highway
- 8-10 km/h: from €50 to €64
- 11-20 km/h: from €88 to €174
- 21-30 km/h: from €186 to €297
- 31-40 km/h: from €311 to €431
- over 40 km/h: automatically subjected to an adiministrative procedure, which will decide on the legal proceedings
- over 50 km/h withdrawal of driving license for at least 1 month
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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.
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