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Chile has a toll road network extending over 770 kilometres. The cars or trucks travelling east-west on the [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/santiago-autopista-rutas-peaje Santiago] or San Antonio highway towards the Melipilla Bypass, pay the most expensive toll in Chile<ref>[https://www.24horas.cl/data/peajes-en-chile-2021-cuanto-valen-en-las-carreteras-y-rutas-4602652 Most expensive toll road in Chile]</ref>: CLP 5,350 on weekends.
 
  
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  <caption>Route 5 North toll rates for cars to travel in 2021</caption>
 
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    <td>Lampa</td>
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    <td>700</td>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> Mixed TAG electronic (Santiago) + Manual toll booths (intercity)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> 770+ km nationwide (Route 5 Pan-American, Santiago urban network)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> Chilean Peso (CLP)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> TAG transponders (Santiago), Multi-lane free-flow, Manual booths<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operators:</strong> VíasChile (Abertis), Autopista Central, Regional concessionaires
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    <td>Las Vegas</td>
 
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    <td>2,200</td>
 
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Santiago urban highways: YES, TAG is mandatory.</strong> Six major highways in Santiago require electronic TAG transponders with no cash payment option. Without TAG, you'll pay approximately $12 USD day pass fees per highway used.</p>
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    <td>El Melón</td>
 
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    <td>2,600</td>
 
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Intercity highways: NO, cash accepted.</strong> Route 5 (Pan-American Highway) and intercity roads use traditional toll booths accepting Chilean pesos and limited credit cards.</p>
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    <td>Troncal Sur (Angostura de Gálvez)</td>
 
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    <td>3,000</td>
 
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">TAG-Mandatory Santiago Highways:</strong> Autopista Central, Costanera Norte, Vespucio Norte Express, Vespucio Sur, Túnel San Cristóbal, Autopista 68 (Santiago section).</p>
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    <td>Troncal Norte (Cerrillos Bajos Tongoy)</td>
 
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    <td>3,000</td>
 
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> All rental cars in Santiago are required to include TAG transponders. VíasChile has completed barrier-free toll system transformation on all Santiago access roads.</p>
  
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Chile operates the most expensive toll system in Latin America, with costs varying significantly between Santiago urban highways and intercity routes.</p>
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    <td>Río Maipo (acceso sur)</td>
 
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    <td>900</td>
 
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    <td>Angostura</td>
 
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    <td>2,800</td>
 
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    <td>Quinta</td>
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    <td>2,800</td>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Weekday Rate</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Santiago Autopista Central</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 2,800-4,200</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 3,200-4,800</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">TAG Only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Santiago Costanera Norte</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 2,200-3,500</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 2,600-4,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">TAG Only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Santiago Vespucio Norte/Sur</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 1,800-3,200</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 2,100-3,700</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">TAG Only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Route 5 North (Santiago-La Serena)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 700-4,000/plaza</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Same rates</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cash/Cards</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Route 5 South (Santiago-Puerto Montt)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 800-4,500/plaza</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Same rates</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cash/Cards</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Route 68 (Santiago-Valparaíso)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 2,200-5,350</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">2x weekday rates</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cash/Cards</td>
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    <td>Troncal Pto Montt – Pargua</td>
 
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    <td>2,150</td>
 
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Distance</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Total Tolls</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">USD Equivalent</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Santiago to Valparaíso</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">120 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 8,000-12,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$8-12 USD</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Santiago to Concepción</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">500 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 25,000-35,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$25-35 USD</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Santiago to La Serena</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">470 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">CLP 20,000-30,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$20-30 USD</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Santiago to Puerto Montt</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">1,000 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">CLP 40,000-60,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$40-60 USD</td>
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    <td>Ruta 68 (Viña del Mar y Valparaíso)</td>
 
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    <td>2,100</td>
 
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    <td>Ruta 78 (del Sol)</td>
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<li>TAG transponders: Mandatory for all Santiago urban highways</li>
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    <td>2,900</td>
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<li>Rental cars: All companies required to include TAG with vehicles</li>
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<li>Day passes: Available for non-TAG users (~$12 USD per highway)</li>
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<li>Multi-lane free-flow: No stopping required at electronic gantries</li>
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<li>Cash payment: Chilean pesos required at traditional toll booths</li>
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    <td>3,350</td>
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<li>Credit cards: Limited acceptance, mainly Visa/Mastercard</li>
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<li>Televia transponders: Optional electronic payment for frequent users</li>
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<li>Manual lanes: Clearly marked at all toll plazas</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Chilean toll roads, use TollGuru Chile toll calculator</p>
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    <td>Ruta 152 (Itata)</td>
 
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You can calculate tolls and fuel cost, and also the number of TAGs/toll plazas for your road trip between any two cities in Chile using [https://tollguru.com/calcudora-de-peaje-chile Chile Toll Calculator].
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<li>VíasChile completed barrier-free toll transformation on all Santiago access roads</li>
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<li>Enhanced TAG interoperability across all Santiago urban highways</li>
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== Chile toll roads and concessionaires ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Intercity Highway Updates:</strong></p>
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*VíasChile<ref>[https://www.viaschile.cl/ VíasChile]</ref> (of Abertis)
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*Rutas del Pacífico<ref>[http://www.rutasdelpacifico.cl/ Rutas del Pacifico]</ref>
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<li>Route 5 modernization: Gradual electronic conversion of 16 traditional toll stations</li>
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*Autopistas del Sol<ref>[https://www.ausol.com.ar/ Autopistas del Sol]</ref>
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<li>Weekend rate increases: 15-20% higher pricing Friday afternoon through Sunday</li>
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*Autopista de Los Andes<ref>[http://www.autopistalosandes.cl/ Autopista de Los Andes]</ref>
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<li>Annual toll adjustments: 3.5% plus CPI increases continue</li>
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*Autopista de Los Libertadores<ref>[https://www.autopistaloslibertadores.cl/ Autopista de Los Libertadores]</ref>
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<li>Improved day pass availability for Santiago highways</li>
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<li>Enhanced rental car TAG inclusion requirements</li>
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<li>Better credit card acceptance at select intercity locations</li>
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<li>Length: 3,364 km (Chile's longest route, Peru border to Puerto Montt)</li>
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<li>Tolled sections: Caldera to Puerto Montt (1,903 km of 4-lane divided highway)</li>
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<li>Speed limit: 120 km/h on divided sections, 100 km/h on 2-lane northern sections</li>
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<li>Status: Part of Pan-American Highway system</li>
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<li>Autopista Central: Main north-south corridor through Santiago (Route 5 urban section)</li>
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<li>Costanera Norte: East-west cross-city connection with tunnels</li>
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<li>Vespucio Norte/Sur: Ring road system surrounding metropolitan area</li>
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<li>All systems: Mandatory TAG, multi-lane free-flow technology</li>
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<li>Route 68: Santiago to Valparaíso/Viña del Mar (Pacific coast connection)</li>
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<li>Route 78: Santiago to San Antonio port</li>
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<li>Carretera Austral: Southern scenic route (mostly toll-free)</li>
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<li>Santiago urban highways: TAG included in all rental cars</li>
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<li>Intercity travel: Budget CLP 700-5,350 per toll plaza</li>
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<li>Long-distance routes: Major highways have 5-10 toll points</li>
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<li>Currency: Carry sufficient Chilean pesos for intercity tolls</li>
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<li>Rental cars: Confirm TAG inclusion with Santiago rental companies</li>
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<li>Alternative routes: Parallel free roads exist but add significant time</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes, but you'll pay approximately $12 USD day pass fee for each TAG highway used, regardless of distance traveled. All rental cars in Santiago are required to include TAG transponders.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Limited acceptance - mainly Visa/Mastercard at select locations. Cash (Chilean pesos) is strongly recommended for all intercity toll payments.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Approximately $40-60 USD for a passenger car covering 1,000+ km with multiple toll plazas. Truck rates are 2-2.5 times higher.</p>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$3.50 USD/100km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[argentina-toll|Argentina]]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$1.19 USD/100km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.19 USD/100km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cash primarily</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Limited toll roads</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.29 USD/100km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Cash only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">[[brazil-toll-highways-concessionaries-price|Brazil]]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Extensive toll network</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.85 USD/100km</td>
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<ul style="list-style: none;"><li><a href="/toll-wiki/coquimbo-autopista-rutas-peaje">Coquimbo</a></li><li><a href="/toll-wiki/los-lagos-autopista-rutas-peaje">Los Lagos</a></li><li><a href="/toll-wiki/los-ríos-autopista-rutas-peaje">Los Ríos</a></li><li> <a href="/toll-wiki/magallanes-antártica-autopista-rutas-peaje">Magallanes</a></li><li><a href="/toll-wiki/maule-autopista-rutas-peaje">Maule</a></li></ul>
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<li>Routes managed: 5 interurban roads, 770+ km total</li>
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<li>Key connections: Santiago to coast, major port access</li>
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<li>Technology: Leading electronic toll collection provider</li>
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<li>Achievement: Completed barrier-free toll system transformation 2020</li>
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Latest revision as of 15:10, 3 July 2025



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Chile Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Mixed TAG electronic (Santiago) + Manual toll booths (intercity)
Coverage: 770+ km nationwide (Route 5 Pan-American, Santiago urban network)
Currency: Chilean Peso (CLP)
Technology: TAG transponders (Santiago), Multi-lane free-flow, Manual booths
Operators: VíasChile (Abertis), Autopista Central, Regional concessionaires

Do I Need TAG for Chile Roads? 2025 Update

Santiago urban highways: YES, TAG is mandatory. Six major highways in Santiago require electronic TAG transponders with no cash payment option. Without TAG, you'll pay approximately $12 USD day pass fees per highway used.

Intercity highways: NO, cash accepted. Route 5 (Pan-American Highway) and intercity roads use traditional toll booths accepting Chilean pesos and limited credit cards.

TAG-Mandatory Santiago Highways: Autopista Central, Costanera Norte, Vespucio Norte Express, Vespucio Sur, Túnel San Cristóbal, Autopista 68 (Santiago section).

2025 Update: All rental cars in Santiago are required to include TAG transponders. VíasChile has completed barrier-free toll system transformation on all Santiago access roads.

Chile Toll Costs: Current Rates

Chile operates the most expensive toll system in Latin America, with costs varying significantly between Santiago urban highways and intercity routes.

Current Toll Rates by Highway System (2025)

Highway System Weekday Rate Weekend Rate Payment Method
Santiago Autopista Central CLP 2,800-4,200 CLP 3,200-4,800 TAG Only
Santiago Costanera Norte CLP 2,200-3,500 CLP 2,600-4,000 TAG Only
Santiago Vespucio Norte/Sur CLP 1,800-3,200 CLP 2,100-3,700 TAG Only
Route 5 North (Santiago-La Serena) CLP 700-4,000/plaza Same rates Cash/Cards
Route 5 South (Santiago-Puerto Montt) CLP 800-4,500/plaza Same rates Cash/Cards
Route 68 (Santiago-Valparaíso) CLP 2,200-5,350 2x weekday rates Cash/Cards

Major Journey Costs (Car - 2025)

Journey Distance Total Tolls USD Equivalent
Santiago to Valparaíso 120 km CLP 8,000-12,000 $8-12 USD
Santiago to Concepción 500 km CLP 25,000-35,000 $25-35 USD
Santiago to La Serena 470 km CLP 20,000-30,000 $20-30 USD
Santiago to Puerto Montt 1,000 km CLP 40,000-60,000 $40-60 USD

How to Pay Chilean Tolls

Chile operates two distinct toll payment systems depending on location:

1. Santiago Urban Highways (TAG Required):

  • TAG transponders: Mandatory for all Santiago urban highways
  • Rental cars: All companies required to include TAG with vehicles
  • Day passes: Available for non-TAG users (~$12 USD per highway)
  • Multi-lane free-flow: No stopping required at electronic gantries

2. Intercity Highways (Manual Payment):

  • Cash payment: Chilean pesos required at traditional toll booths
  • Credit cards: Limited acceptance, mainly Visa/Mastercard
  • Televia transponders: Optional electronic payment for frequent users
  • Manual lanes: Clearly marked at all toll plazas

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Chilean toll roads, use TollGuru Chile toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Santiago Urban Network:

  • VíasChile completed barrier-free toll transformation on all Santiago access roads
  • Enhanced TAG interoperability across all Santiago urban highways
  • Improved multi-lane free-flow system handling 2 billion annual transactions

Intercity Highway Updates:

  • Route 5 modernization: Gradual electronic conversion of 16 traditional toll stations
  • Weekend rate increases: 15-20% higher pricing Friday afternoon through Sunday
  • Annual toll adjustments: 3.5% plus CPI increases continue

Tourist Enhancements:

  • Improved day pass availability for Santiago highways
  • Enhanced rental car TAG inclusion requirements
  • Better credit card acceptance at select intercity locations

Major Highway Networks

Route 5 (Pan-American Highway):

  • Length: 3,364 km (Chile's longest route, Peru border to Puerto Montt)
  • Tolled sections: Caldera to Puerto Montt (1,903 km of 4-lane divided highway)
  • Speed limit: 120 km/h on divided sections, 100 km/h on 2-lane northern sections
  • Status: Part of Pan-American Highway system

Santiago Urban Network:

  • Autopista Central: Main north-south corridor through Santiago (Route 5 urban section)
  • Costanera Norte: East-west cross-city connection with tunnels
  • Vespucio Norte/Sur: Ring road system surrounding metropolitan area
  • All systems: Mandatory TAG, multi-lane free-flow technology

Regional Connections:

  • Route 68: Santiago to Valparaíso/Viña del Mar (Pacific coast connection)
  • Route 78: Santiago to San Antonio port
  • Carretera Austral: Southern scenic route (mostly toll-free)
  • Northern mining routes: Connections to Atacama region

Planning Your Chile Journey

Cost Budgeting:

  • Santiago urban highways: TAG included in all rental cars
  • Intercity travel: Budget CLP 700-5,350 per toll plaza
  • Long-distance routes: Major highways have 5-10 toll points
  • Weekend surcharge: 15-20% higher rates Friday afternoon-Sunday

Travel Tips:

  • Currency: Carry sufficient Chilean pesos for intercity tolls
  • Rental cars: Confirm TAG inclusion with Santiago rental companies
  • Alternative routes: Parallel free roads exist but add significant time
  • Weekend timing: Consider higher rates when planning travel

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Santiago highways without TAG?

Yes, but you'll pay approximately $12 USD day pass fee for each TAG highway used, regardless of distance traveled. All rental cars in Santiago are required to include TAG transponders.

Do intercity highways accept credit cards?

Limited acceptance - mainly Visa/Mastercard at select locations. Cash (Chilean pesos) is strongly recommended for all intercity toll payments.

Are there free alternatives to avoid tolls?

Yes, parallel free roads exist but add significant travel time. Route planning apps can show both tolled and free options.

How much for a Santiago to Puerto Montt drive?

Approximately $40-60 USD for a passenger car covering 1,000+ km with multiple toll plazas. Truck rates are 2-2.5 times higher.

Why are Chile tolls so expensive?

Chile operates the most expensive toll system in Latin America due to private concession model, high infrastructure costs, and annual CPI + 3.5% rate increases.

Chile vs. Neighboring Countries

Country System Type Average Cost Payment Methods
Chile Mixed electronic/manual $3.50 USD/100km TAG, cash, limited cards
Argentina Manual toll booths $1.19 USD/100km Cash, cards accepted
Peru Manual toll booths $2.19 USD/100km Cash primarily
Bolivia Limited toll roads $0.29 USD/100km Cash only
Brazil Extensive toll network $1.85 USD/100km Cash, cards, electronic

Regional Highway Concessionaires

VíasChile (Abertis Group):

  • Routes managed: 5 interurban roads, 770+ km total
  • Key connections: Santiago to coast, major port access
  • Technology: Leading electronic toll collection provider
  • Achievement: Completed barrier-free toll system transformation 2020

Autopista Central:

  • Coverage: Main Santiago north-south urban highway
  • Traffic: Highest volume urban motorway in Chile
  • Technology: Full multi-lane free-flow electronic system
  • Transactions: Nearly one-third of all national toll transactions

Technology Partners:

  • Kapsch TrafficCom: Handles 2 billion annual transactions nationwide
  • Coverage: 4 million TAG transponders in Santiago metro area (7 million population)
  • Systems: Advanced multi-lane free-flow technology

Useful Links & Resources

Regional Toll Information:

Emergency Contacts:

  • Emergency: 133 (Carabineros - Police)
  • Highway assistance: 134 (Road emergency)
  • Tourist information: 800-CHILE-1
  • Ambulance: 131 | Fire: 132

Toll Operators:

  • VíasChile: Customer service for major routes
  • Autopista Central: Santiago urban highway support
  • TAG support: Available at service centers nationwide

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