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The National Routes of Uruguay<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Routes_of_Uruguay National Routes of Uruguay]</ref> are the main vehicle courses in the nation, connecting all areas. It has a network of 8,698 km of which 303 km are concrete, asphalt 3,164 km, 4,220 km bituminous and 1,009 km rough.
 
  
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The Ministry of Transport and Public Works classifies Uruguayan Routes as <strong>Corredor Internacional, Primary Network, Secondary Network</strong> and <strong>Tertiary Network</strong>.
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= Uruguay Toll Roads 2025: Complete Peajes Guide =
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'''System:''' Electronic Toll Collection (Telepeaje)<br>
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'''Operator:''' Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU)<br>
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'''Currency:''' Uruguayan Peso (UYU) / US Dollar (USD)<br>
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'''Coverage:''' National highways and major routes<br>
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'''Technology:''' RFID TAG and automatic license plate recognition
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== How much are the tolls in Uruguay ==
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Toll charges in Uruguay depend on the toll road used and the class of the vehicle. To accurately calculate Uruguay tolls and for other Uruguay motorways use [https://tollguru.com/ TollGuru toll calculator].
 
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== Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Uruguay? 2025 Update ==
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Yes, Uruguay has an extensive toll road network covering all major national highways. Since 2024, '''all toll collection operates exclusively through automated systems''' - either Telepeaje electronic payment or SUCIVE (Automatic Vehicle Revenue Collection System).
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'''Toll Required Roads:'''
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* All National Routes (Rutas Nacionales): R1, R2, R3, R5, R8, R9
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* Interbalnearia Highway (connecting Montevideo to Punta del Este)
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* Major highways connecting cities and border crossings
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* International bridges to Argentina
  
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* '''Telepeaje''' (electronic TAG system) - recommended
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* '''SUCIVE''' automatic billing system
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* '''Tourist Pass''' (Pase Turista) for foreign visitors
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== Uruguay Toll Costs: Current Rates ==
  
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Uruguay has some of the highest toll rates in Latin America, with tariffs updated semi-annually (June 1 and December 1).
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== Where are the tolls located in Uruguay ==
 
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Tolls in Uruguay are located on major highways:
 
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* Ruta 1
 
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* Ruta 9 etc.
 
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=== Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025) ===
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== How to pay toll in Uruguay ==
 
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Most of the Uruguay toll facilities have both electronic lanes and cash/card lanes. They accept the following three payment methods:
 
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* <strong>TelePEAJE</strong>
 
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* <strong>Cash</strong>
 
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* <strong>Credit / Debit Card</strong>
 
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== TelePEAJE Uruguay ==
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TelePEAJE<ref>[https://www.telepeaje.com.uy/ TelePEAJE]</ref> is an electronic toll system in Uruguay that enables drivers to pay toll automatically as they pass through toll plazas on the motorway network of Uruguay. Tolls with the TelePEAJE system can be paid by credit card.
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[https://www.skytoll.com/electronic-toll-system-uruguay/ SkyToll] effectively carried out a pilot project for electronic observing and the assortment of charges for street use, which included 4,615 street segments of various classifications.
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<th>Telepeaje Discount Rate</th>
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<th>Examples</th>
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<td>Category 1</td>
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<td>Standard rate</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td>Cars, motorcycles, small vans</td>
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<td>Category 2</td>
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<td>1.5x standard</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td>Light trucks, motorhomes</td>
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<td>Category 3</td>
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<td>2.5x standard</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td>Medium trucks, buses</td>
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<td>Category 4</td>
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<td>4x standard</td>
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<td>15% discount</td>
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<td>Heavy trucks, articulated vehicles</td>
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=== Major Route Toll Examples ===
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== Toll concessionaires in Uruguay ==
 
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* <strong>Corporación Vial Del Uruguay (CVU) - </strong><ref>[https://www.cvu.com.uy/ Corporación Vial Del Uruguay (CVU)]</ref> [https://www.cvu.com.uy/ Corporación Vial del Uruguay SA (CVU)] is a private company whose only activity today is the operation of a Road Concession granted by the Ministry of Transport and Public Works of Uruguay. It is the only toll concessionaire in Uruguay managing all the toll plazas.
 
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* <strong>Comisión Administradora del Río Uruguay (CARU) - </strong>[https://www.caru.org.uy/web/ Comisión Administradora del Río Uruguay] is the authority that takes care of two international bridges connecting Uruguay to Argentina.
 
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The bridges are:
 
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#General Artigas bridge
 
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# General San Martín bridge
 
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== How much is the toll from Montevideo to Punta del Este ==
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<caption>Rates from Montevideo to Punta del Este for 2022</caption>
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<th>Distance</th>
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<td>Ruta 1</td>
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<td>Montevideo - Colonia</td>
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<td>~USD $12-15</td>
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<td>180 km</td>
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<td>Interbalnearia</td>
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<td>Montevideo - Punta del Este</td>
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<td>~USD $8-10</td>
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<td>140 km</td>
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<td>Ruta 5</td>
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<td>Montevideo - Rivera (Brazil border)</td>
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<td>~USD $15-20</td>
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<td>500 km</td>
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<td>Ruta 3</td>
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<td>Montevideo - Salto (Argentina border)</td>
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<th>Cash toll rates for cars</th>
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<td>~USD $12-18</td>
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<td>380 km</td>
 
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== How to Pay Uruguay Tolls ==
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=== Telepeaje System (Recommended) ===
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'''How It Works:'''
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* RFID TAG device attached to windshield
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* Automatic payment as you pass through toll plazas
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* 15% discount on all tolls
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* Works on all toll roads in Uruguay
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'''Payment Options:'''
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* '''Credit card:''' Automatic monthly billing
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* '''Prepaid account:''' Top-up as needed
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* '''Invoice billing:''' For commercial users
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'''Where to Get TAG:'''
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* Telepeaje offices and service centers
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* Automobile Club del Uruguay (ACU)
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* Major petrol stations
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* Online at telepeaje.com.uy
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=== Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) ===
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'''For Foreign Visitors:'''
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* License plate recognition system
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* No need for physical TAG
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* Available online or via mobile app
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* Covers all toll roads during stay
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* Compatible with foreign license plates
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'''Registration Process:'''
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* Register at telepeaje.com.uy/paseturista
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* Enter foreign license plate details
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* Choose payment method
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* Automatic billing during travel
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=== SUCIVE Automatic System ===
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* '''Backup system''' for vehicles without Telepeaje
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* License plate recognition technology
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* Automatic invoice generation
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* Payment due within specified timeframe
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* Higher rates than Telepeaje (no discount)
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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* '''June 2025:''' Semi-annual tariff adjustment implemented
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* '''Full automation:''' All manual toll collection discontinued in 2024
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* '''Enhanced surveillance:''' Improved license plate recognition technology
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* '''Tourist integration:''' Better foreign vehicle compatibility
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* '''Mobile app updates:''' Enhanced Telepeaje mobile application
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* '''Regional cooperation:''' Cross-border toll agreements with Argentina
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== Penalties & Violations ==
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=== Violation Penalties ===
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* '''Obstruction of identification:''' 15x the applicable toll rate
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* '''Repeated violations:''' 30x the applicable toll rate
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* '''Falsified license plates:''' 15x toll rate plus legal action
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* '''TAG tampering:''' 15x toll rate plus device replacement costs
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=== Common Violations ===
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* Mismatched front and rear license plates
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* Outdated Telepeaje account information
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* Damaged or obscured license plates
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* Using modified or falsified identification devices
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== Planning Your Uruguay Journey ==
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=== Cost Considerations ===
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* '''Short trips:''' Consider if toll savings justify Telepeaje setup
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* '''Extended travel:''' Telepeaje provides significant 15% savings
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* '''Foreign visitors:''' Tourist Pass offers convenience without TAG requirement
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* '''Commercial vehicles:''' Invoice billing available for fleet management
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=== Travel Tips ===
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* '''Pre-purchase recommended:''' Set up payment before travel
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* '''Traffic light signals:''' Green light indicates successful payment
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* '''Account monitoring:''' Check balance regularly for prepaid accounts
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* '''Border crossings:''' International bridge tolls separate from highway tolls
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* '''Alternative routes:''' Limited non-toll alternatives available
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== Uruguay vs. Neighboring Countries ==
  
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<th>Typical Cost Range</th>
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<th>Coverage</th>
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<th>Notes</th>
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<td>Ruta Interbalnearia</td>
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<td>Uruguay</td>
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<td>225 UYU</td>
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<td>Electronic (TAG/SUCIVE)</td>
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<td>300 UYU</td>
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<td>USD $5.96 average</td>
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<td>All major highways</td>
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<td>Second highest in Latin America</td>
 
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<td>Argentina</td>
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<td>TelePASE + manual</td>
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<td>USD $1.19 average</td>
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<td>National routes, accesos</td>
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<td>Much lower rates</td>
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<td>Brazil</td>
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<td>Electronic tags + cash</td>
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<td>USD $4.95 average</td>
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<td>Concession highways</td>
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<td>Extensive network, especially São Paulo</td>
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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=== Can foreign tourists use Telepeaje? ===
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Yes, through the Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) system which recognizes foreign license plates automatically. You can also request a physical TAG at no cost for better experience.
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=== What happens if I don't have Telepeaje or Tourist Pass? ===
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The SUCIVE system will automatically bill you based on license plate recognition, but at higher rates without the 15% Telepeaje discount.
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=== Are there toll-free alternative routes? ===
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Very limited. Uruguay's road network requires tolls on all major highways. Some local roads exist but significantly increase travel time and may not be suitable for long-distance travel.
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=== How often do toll rates change? ===
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Toll tariffs are updated semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 each year according to government decree.
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=== Can I use my Argentine or Brazilian toll tag in Uruguay? ===
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Not directly, but if you have a compatible RFID tag from your home country, the system may automatically link it to your license plate for convenience.
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=== What if the toll plaza barrier doesn't open? ===
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Stop if the traffic light shows red - this indicates a payment issue. Contact the toll operator or use alternative payment methods at the plaza.
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=== Are motorcycles charged the same as cars? ===
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Yes, motorcycles fall under Category 1 (same as cars) and pay the same toll rates.
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== Major Toll Roads & Routes ==
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=== Key National Routes ===
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* '''Ruta 1:''' Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento (Argentina border)
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* '''Ruta 2:''' Rosario - Mercedes - Fray Bentos (Argentina border)
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* '''Ruta 3:''' Villa María - Trinidad - Paysandú - Salto - Bella Unión (Brazil border)
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* '''Ruta 5:''' Montevideo - Canelones - Durazno - Tacuarembó - Rivera (Brazil border)
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* '''Ruta 8:''' Montevideo - Minas - Treinta y Tres - Melo - Aceguá (Brazil border)
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* '''Ruta 9:''' Horno Mulato - Rocha - Chuy (Brazil border)
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* '''Interbalnearia:''' Montevideo - Punta del Este (coastal highway)
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=== International Connections ===
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* '''Puente General San Martín:''' Fray Bentos (Uruguay) - Puerto Unzué (Argentina)
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* '''Puente Libertador General San Martín:''' Gualeguaychú (Argentina) - Fray Bentos (Uruguay)
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* Multiple border crossings with Brazil along northern routes
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== Common Mistakes to Avoid ==
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* '''Not setting up payment in advance''' - All tolls now operate automatically
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* '''Assuming manual payment options exist''' - Fully automated since 2024
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* '''Incorrect license plate registration''' - Must match vehicle exactly
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* '''Ignoring traffic light signals''' - Red light means payment issue, must stop
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* '''Traveling without any payment method''' - SUCIVE will bill at higher rates
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* '''Not checking account balance''' - Prepaid accounts need regular monitoring
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== Useful Links & Resources ==
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* [https://telepeaje.com.uy Official Telepeaje Website]
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* [https://telepeaje.com.uy/paseturista Tourist Pass Registration]
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* [https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-transporte-obras-publicas/politicas-y-gestion/tarifas MTOP Official Tariff Information]
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* '''Customer Support:''' WhatsApp 098 998 368 (Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00)
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* '''Phone Support:''' 29163288 (Mon-Fri 9:00-17:00)
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Uruguay Toll Roads 2025: Complete Peajes Guide

System: Electronic Toll Collection (Telepeaje)
Operator: Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU)
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU) / US Dollar (USD)
Coverage: National highways and major routes
Technology: RFID TAG and automatic license plate recognition

Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Uruguay? 2025 Update

Yes, Uruguay has an extensive toll road network covering all major national highways. Since 2024, all toll collection operates exclusively through automated systems - either Telepeaje electronic payment or SUCIVE (Automatic Vehicle Revenue Collection System).

Toll Required Roads:

  • All National Routes (Rutas Nacionales): R1, R2, R3, R5, R8, R9
  • Interbalnearia Highway (connecting Montevideo to Punta del Este)
  • Major highways connecting cities and border crossings
  • International bridges to Argentina

Payment Methods Available:

  • Telepeaje (electronic TAG system) - recommended
  • SUCIVE automatic billing system
  • Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) for foreign visitors

Uruguay Toll Costs: Current Rates

Uruguay has some of the highest toll rates in Latin America, with tariffs updated semi-annually (June 1 and December 1).

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Vehicle Category Basic Rate Telepeaje Discount Rate Examples
Category 1 Standard rate 15% discount Cars, motorcycles, small vans
Category 2 1.5x standard 15% discount Light trucks, motorhomes
Category 3 2.5x standard 15% discount Medium trucks, buses
Category 4 4x standard 15% discount Heavy trucks, articulated vehicles

Major Route Toll Examples

Route Section Approximate Cost (Category 1) Distance
Ruta 1 Montevideo - Colonia ~USD $12-15 180 km
Interbalnearia Montevideo - Punta del Este ~USD $8-10 140 km
Ruta 5 Montevideo - Rivera (Brazil border) ~USD $15-20 500 km
Ruta 3 Montevideo - Salto (Argentina border) ~USD $12-18 380 km

How to Pay Uruguay Tolls

Telepeaje System (Recommended)

How It Works:

  • RFID TAG device attached to windshield
  • Automatic payment as you pass through toll plazas
  • 15% discount on all tolls
  • Works on all toll roads in Uruguay

Payment Options:

  • Credit card: Automatic monthly billing
  • Prepaid account: Top-up as needed
  • Invoice billing: For commercial users

Where to Get TAG:

  • Telepeaje offices and service centers
  • Automobile Club del Uruguay (ACU)
  • Major petrol stations
  • Online at telepeaje.com.uy

Tourist Pass (Pase Turista)

For Foreign Visitors:

  • License plate recognition system
  • No need for physical TAG
  • Available online or via mobile app
  • Covers all toll roads during stay
  • Compatible with foreign license plates

Registration Process:

  • Register at telepeaje.com.uy/paseturista
  • Enter foreign license plate details
  • Choose payment method
  • Automatic billing during travel

SUCIVE Automatic System

  • Backup system for vehicles without Telepeaje
  • License plate recognition technology
  • Automatic invoice generation
  • Payment due within specified timeframe
  • Higher rates than Telepeaje (no discount)

Recent Changes (2025)

  • June 2025: Semi-annual tariff adjustment implemented
  • Full automation: All manual toll collection discontinued in 2024
  • Enhanced surveillance: Improved license plate recognition technology
  • Tourist integration: Better foreign vehicle compatibility
  • Mobile app updates: Enhanced Telepeaje mobile application
  • Regional cooperation: Cross-border toll agreements with Argentina

Penalties & Violations

Violation Penalties

  • Obstruction of identification: 15x the applicable toll rate
  • Repeated violations: 30x the applicable toll rate
  • Falsified license plates: 15x toll rate plus legal action
  • TAG tampering: 15x toll rate plus device replacement costs

Common Violations

  • Mismatched front and rear license plates
  • Outdated Telepeaje account information
  • Damaged or obscured license plates
  • Using modified or falsified identification devices

Planning Your Uruguay Journey

Cost Considerations

  • Short trips: Consider if toll savings justify Telepeaje setup
  • Extended travel: Telepeaje provides significant 15% savings
  • Foreign visitors: Tourist Pass offers convenience without TAG requirement
  • Commercial vehicles: Invoice billing available for fleet management

Travel Tips

  • Pre-purchase recommended: Set up payment before travel
  • Traffic light signals: Green light indicates successful payment
  • Account monitoring: Check balance regularly for prepaid accounts
  • Border crossings: International bridge tolls separate from highway tolls
  • Alternative routes: Limited non-toll alternatives available

Uruguay vs. Neighboring Countries

Country System Type Typical Cost Range Coverage Notes
Uruguay Electronic (TAG/SUCIVE) USD $5.96 average All major highways Second highest in Latin America
Argentina TelePASE + manual USD $1.19 average National routes, accesos Much lower rates
Brazil Electronic tags + cash USD $4.95 average Concession highways Extensive network, especially São Paulo

Frequently Asked Questions

Can foreign tourists use Telepeaje?

Yes, through the Tourist Pass (Pase Turista) system which recognizes foreign license plates automatically. You can also request a physical TAG at no cost for better experience.

What happens if I don't have Telepeaje or Tourist Pass?

The SUCIVE system will automatically bill you based on license plate recognition, but at higher rates without the 15% Telepeaje discount.

Are there toll-free alternative routes?

Very limited. Uruguay's road network requires tolls on all major highways. Some local roads exist but significantly increase travel time and may not be suitable for long-distance travel.

How often do toll rates change?

Toll tariffs are updated semi-annually on June 1 and December 1 each year according to government decree.

Can I use my Argentine or Brazilian toll tag in Uruguay?

Not directly, but if you have a compatible RFID tag from your home country, the system may automatically link it to your license plate for convenience.

What if the toll plaza barrier doesn't open?

Stop if the traffic light shows red - this indicates a payment issue. Contact the toll operator or use alternative payment methods at the plaza.

Are motorcycles charged the same as cars?

Yes, motorcycles fall under Category 1 (same as cars) and pay the same toll rates.

Major Toll Roads & Routes

Key National Routes

  • Ruta 1: Montevideo - Colonia del Sacramento (Argentina border)
  • Ruta 2: Rosario - Mercedes - Fray Bentos (Argentina border)
  • Ruta 3: Villa María - Trinidad - Paysandú - Salto - Bella Unión (Brazil border)
  • Ruta 5: Montevideo - Canelones - Durazno - Tacuarembó - Rivera (Brazil border)
  • Ruta 8: Montevideo - Minas - Treinta y Tres - Melo - Aceguá (Brazil border)
  • Ruta 9: Horno Mulato - Rocha - Chuy (Brazil border)
  • Interbalnearia: Montevideo - Punta del Este (coastal highway)

International Connections

  • Puente General San Martín: Fray Bentos (Uruguay) - Puerto Unzué (Argentina)
  • Puente Libertador General San Martín: Gualeguaychú (Argentina) - Fray Bentos (Uruguay)
  • Multiple border crossings with Brazil along northern routes

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not setting up payment in advance - All tolls now operate automatically
  • Assuming manual payment options exist - Fully automated since 2024
  • Incorrect license plate registration - Must match vehicle exactly
  • Ignoring traffic light signals - Red light means payment issue, must stop
  • Traveling without any payment method - SUCIVE will bill at higher rates
  • Not checking account balance - Prepaid accounts need regular monitoring

Useful Links & Resources

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