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Assam Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: FASTag Electronic Toll Collection + Cash Payment
Coverage: National Highways NH-37, NH-27, NH-15, NH-17 across Assam
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Technology: FASTag RFID transponders, Manual toll collection
Authority: National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), Public Works Department (PWD)

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Do I Need FASTag for Assam? 2025 Update

No, you don't need FASTag to drive on Assam toll roads - but you'll save time and avoid queues with one. All toll plazas in Assam accept both cash and FASTag payments, with FASTag offering faster passage through electronic toll collection lanes.

Key Reality: FASTag is cheaper than paying toll in cash and works across all toll roads in Assam and neighboring states including West Bengal, Bihar, and other Indian states.

2025 Update: New toll plazas are being established including Sulung Toll Plaza in Nagaon district, expanding the network coverage across the state.

Assam Toll Costs: Current Rates

Assam operates toll plazas on major national highways with rates varying by vehicle type and location.

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Toll Plaza	Car/Jeep/Van	LCV/Minibus	2-Axle Truck/Bus
Sonapur (NH-37)	₹135	₹215	₹455
Raha (NH-37)	₹115	₹185	₹390
Doboka (NH-37)	₹95	₹150	₹320
Madanpur (Baihata)	₹130	₹210	₹440
Sulung (NEW 2025)	₹130	₹205	₹475

Major Route Costs (Current Rates)

Guwahati to Jorhat: ₹250-300 for cars (via Sonapur + Raha)

Guwahati to Tezpur: ₹380-450 for cars (via Sonapur + Raha + Sulung)

Guwahati to Dibrugarh: ₹340-400 for cars (via multiple toll plazas)

How to Pay Assam Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Assam:

1. FASTag Electronic System:

• FASTag works across all toll roads in Assam and neighboring states
• Automatic electronic deduction of toll charges without stopping
• Cheaper than paying toll in cash
• Currently operational at 350+ toll plazas across India

2. Cash Payment:

• Available at all toll plazas in Assam
• Higher rates compared to FASTag
• Requires stopping at toll booth
• Exact change recommended

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

Recent Changes (2025)

New Toll Plazas:

• Sulung Toll Plaza in Nagaon district now operational
• Ratowa Toll Plaza planned for North Bank routes
• Vehicles from Guwahati to Biswanath now pay at four toll points

Rate Updates:

• Annual toll rate revisions effective from April 1
• Sonapur toll increased from ₹125 to ₹135 for cars
• Raha toll increased from ₹110 to ₹115 for cars
• Doboka toll increased from ₹90 to ₹95 for cars

Infrastructure Improvements:

• Enhanced FASTag toll plaza technology for reduced waiting times
• Improved traffic flow management systems
• Extended NH-37 development projects ongoing

Common Mistakes to Avoid

FASTag Issues:

• Not maintaining sufficient balance in FASTag account
• Incorrect FASTag placement on windshield
• Using damaged or expired FASTag

Route Planning:

• Not accounting for multiple toll plazas on long routes
• Underestimating travel time due to toll stops
• Not carrying sufficient cash as backup

State/Regional Toll Information

Major Toll Plazas by Highway:

• Raha Toll Plaza - NH-37 at Km 254.514, Nagao-Daboka-Udauli stretch
• Sonapur Toll Plaza - NH-37 at Naziraghat, Lomati Gaon
• Doboka Toll Plaza - NH-37 in Nagaon district
• Madanpur Toll Plaza - Baihata Road near Guwahati
• Sulung Toll Plaza - NEW: NH-37 in Nagaon district

District-wise Coverage:

• Guwahati Area - Metropolitan toll connectivity with Sonapur and Madanpur plazas
• Nagaon District - Multiple toll plazas including Raha, Doboka, and Sulung
• Eastern Assam - Jorhat and Dibrugarh connections via NH-37

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

• Daily travel within Assam: ₹95-380 for cars depending on route
• Long-distance travel: ₹400-600 for cross-state journeys
• Commercial vehicles: 2-3x passenger car rates
• FASTag savings: 5-10% compared to cash payments

Alternative Routes:

• State highways: Toll-free but slower and less maintained
• Rural roads: Avoid tolls but significantly longer travel times
• River crossings: Ferry services available on major rivers

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Assam tolls completely?

Yes, you can use state highways and rural roads to avoid tolls, but expect 30-90 minutes additional travel time and less maintained road conditions. National highways provide better connectivity and road quality.

What happens if I don't pay Assam tolls?

All toll plazas in Assam are manned and require payment before passage. Without FASTag, you must pay cash at the toll booth. There are no automated systems that allow passage without payment.

Do motorcycles pay tolls in Assam?

Yes, motorcycles and two-wheelers pay tolls in Assam at reduced rates, typically 50-60% of car rates. FASTag is available for motorcycles as well.

Are there any toll-free timings?

No, Assam toll plazas operate 24/7 with no toll-free windows. However, some plazas may offer discounts for local residents or frequent users.

Can I use FASTag from other states?

Yes, FASTag is interoperable across all states in India. Any FASTag issued by authorized banks works at all toll plazas in Assam and throughout the country.

Assam vs. Neighboring States

State	System Type	Typical Cost	Coverage
Assam	FASTag + Cash	₹95-475 per plaza	NH-37, NH-27, NH-15
West Bengal	FASTag + Cash	₹80-420 per plaza	NH-12, NH-14, NH-19
Mizoram	No tolls	₹0	Completely toll-free
Bangladesh	Electronic + Manual	৳20-150 per plaza	Major highways
Meghalaya	Limited tolls	₹30-120 per plaza	Select highways

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

• India Toll - Complete Indian toll road system information
• FASTag India - Electronic toll collection system details
• West Bengal Toll - Major neighboring state toll information
• Mizoram Toll Roads - Neighboring toll-free state information

Regional Connectivity:

• Guwahati to Kolkata - Via West Bengal toll roads
• Guwahati to Aizawl - Via toll-free Mizoram routes
• Cross-border connections - Bangladesh and international routes

Official Agencies:

• NHAI (National Highway Authority of India): 1033 - Toll-related queries
• PWD Assam: 0361-2262226 - State highway information
• FASTag Customer Care: 1033 - Electronic toll collection support

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