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Lithuania Motorways Toll Roads and Toll Charges: Complete Vignette Guide

System: Electronic Vignette (SMS-based)
Operator: Lithuanian Road Administration
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Coverage: Motorways A1-A18 (1,700 km)
Technology: Electronic license plate recognition

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Do I Need a Vignette for Lithuania? 2025 Update

Lithuania has a selective toll system that applies only to commercial vehicles and buses. All passenger cars (M1 category) can use Lithuanian motorways free of charge.

Vignette Required For:

• Commercial vehicles: All vehicles over 3.5 tonnes maximum weight (categories N1, N2, N3)
• Buses: Categories M2, M3 (vehicles with more than 8 seats plus driver)
• Special road vehicles and their combinations

Free for Cars:

• Passenger cars (M1 category): No vignette required
• Light vehicles under 3.5 tonnes: Free motorway access
• Motorcycles: No toll obligations

Lithuania Toll Costs: Current Rates

Lithuania uses electronic vignettes with rates based on vehicle category, emission class (EURO standards), and validity period.

Current Vignette Prices (2025)

Validity Period	N1 (3.5-12t)	N2/N3 (>12t)	M2/M3 (Buses)
1 Day	€5-8	€8-12	€6-10
1 Week	€15-25	€25-40	€20-30
1 Month	€40-65	€65-100	€50-80
Annual	€350-500	€500-800	€400-650

Note: Exact prices depend on vehicle emission class (EURO standards), number of axles, and specific weight category.

Motorway Network Coverage

Lithuania's toll motorways span approximately 1,700 km across the main road network:

• A1: Vilnius–Kaunas–Klaipėda (major Baltic corridor)
• A2: Vilnius–Panevėžys (northern connection)
• A3: Vilnius–Minsk (Belarus border)
• A4: Vilnius–Varėna–Grodno (southern route)
• A5: Kaunas–Marijampolė–Suwałki (Polish border)
• A6: Kaunas–Zarasai–Daugavpils (Latvian connection)
• A7: Marijampolė–Kybartai–Kaliningrad (Russian border)
• A8: Panevėžys–Aristava–Sitkūnai
• A9: Panevėžys–Šiauliai
• A10-A18: Regional and bypass motorways

How to Purchase Lithuania Vignettes

Electronic Purchase (Primary Method)

Official Platform:

• Website: pirkti.keliumokestis.lt
• Mobile app: SMSvinjetes (Google Play/App Store)
• SMS service: Text-based vignette purchasing

Purchase Requirements:

• Vehicle registration number
• Country of registration
• Vehicle category and emission class
• Start date selection (immediate or future)

Physical Purchase Points

Available At:

• Border crossing points (all major borders)
• Petrol stations nationwide
• Road administration offices
• Authorized vignette distributors

To calculate toll costs for commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses across Lithuanian motorways, use TollGuru Lithuania toll calculator

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Recent Changes (2025)

• Enhanced enforcement: Expanded camera surveillance network
• Digital integration: Improved mobile app functionality
• Baltic cooperation: Coordinated pricing with Latvia and Estonia
• Emission-based pricing: Continued focus on environmental standards
• Border efficiency: Streamlined purchase processes at crossings

Penalties & Enforcement

Violation Detection

• Electronic monitoring: License plate recognition cameras
• Mobile controls: Random roadside inspections by Lithuanian Police, Customs authorities, and Transport Security Administration

Penalty Structure

Violation Type	Fine Range	Vehicle Category
No vignette	€700-1,000	All commercial vehicles
Expired vignette	€700-1,000	All commercial vehicles
Wrong category	€700-1,000	All commercial vehicles
M2/N1 violations	€170-350	Lighter commercial vehicles

Planning Your Lithuania Journey

Cost Considerations

• Cars: No toll costs - free motorway access
• Light commercial: Check exact weight - 3.5t is the threshold
• Heavy vehicles: Factor emission class for accurate pricing
• Transit traffic: Required even for brief motorway use

Travel Tips

• Weight verification: Ensure accurate vehicle classification
• Emission documentation: Have EURO class certificate ready
• Border preparation: Vignettes available at all major crossings
• Route planning: Use official motorway maps for toll road identification

Lithuania vs. Neighboring Countries

Country	System Type	Cars	Trucks/Buses
Lithuania	Electronic vignette	Free	€5-800 (by period)
Latvia	Electronic vignette	Free	€5-400 (by period)
Estonia	Electronic vignette	Free	€5-600 (by period)
Poland	Distance-based + vignette	Free (most roads)	Distance-based
Belarus	BelToll electronic	€0.04/km (non-EEU)	€0.09-0.145/km
Russia	Various systems	Varies by route	Varies by route

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a vignette if I'm driving a regular car in Lithuania?

No, passenger cars (category M1) under 3.5 tonnes can use all Lithuanian motorways completely free of charge.

What if my vehicle is exactly 3.5 tonnes?

Vehicles exactly at 3.5 tonnes maximum weight are exempt from tolls. The toll applies only to vehicles over 3.5 tonnes.

Can I purchase vignettes at the border?

Yes, electronic vignettes are available at all major border crossings with Poland, Latvia, Belarus, and Russia (Kaliningrad).

What happens if I'm caught without a valid vignette?

Fines range from €170-1,000 depending on vehicle category. Commercial vehicles face the highest penalties of €700-1,000.

Do electric commercial vehicles get discounts?

Yes, vehicles with higher EURO emission standards (including electric) typically pay lower vignette rates in the pricing structure.

Useful Links & Resources

Baltic States Toll Information:

• Latvia Tolls Vignette - Similar system with 3t threshold
• Estonia Toll Vignette - Baltic coordination and pricing
• Poland Motorway Toll Information - Neighboring country system
• Belarus BelToll Electronic Toll Vignette - Eastern neighbor system
• Russia Tolls Truck Tolls Platon System - Kaliningrad connections

Official Resources:

• Lithuanian Road Administration: (370) 8 700 77 222
• Electronic Vignette Support: Available through official website
• Border Crossing Information: All major crossings equipped with vignette sales

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