Montenegro Toll Roads Complete Guide: A1 Highway, Sozina Tunnel & Rates 2025
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Montenegro Toll Roads Complete Guide
System: Limited toll collection (A1 motorway + Sozina tunnel only)
Coverage: 41 km A1 Bar-Boljare motorway, 4.2 km Sozina tunnel
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Technology: Cash, cards, ENP electronic units
Operators: Monteput (state company), CRBC (Chinese contractor)
Do I Need to Pay Tolls for Montenegro? 2025 Update
No, you don't need to pay tolls for most Montenegro roads - only two specific routes charge tolls. Montenegro operates a very limited toll system covering just the A1 motorway (41 km) and the Sozina tunnel (4.2 km).
Key Reality: Unlike neighboring countries with extensive toll networks, Montenegro charges tolls on only two routes while maintaining all other roads completely free, including regular highways and mountain roads.
2025 Update: A1 motorway operational since July 2022 with €3.50 car toll. Second section Mateševo-Andrijevica planned for 2030 completion with EU funding support.
Montenegro Toll Costs: What You Actually Pay
Montenegro operates just two toll routes with fixed rates, while all other roads remain free of charge.
Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)
| Route | Cars/Motorcycles | Heavy Vehicles | Distance/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A1 Bar-Boljare Motorway | €3.50 | €17.00 | 41 km - Full section |
| Sozina Tunnel | €2.50 | €5.00 | 4.2 km tunnel only |
| Motorcycles (A1) | €1.50 | N/A | Reduced rate |
| Motorcycles (Sozina) | €1.50 | N/A | Scooters included |
| Kamenari-Lepetane Ferry | €3.00 | Varies | 10-minute crossing |
Where You Pay Tolls (2025)
Toll Routes: A1 motorway (Smokovac-Mateševo), Sozina tunnel (Podgorica-Bar shortcut)
Toll-Free Roads: All other highways, mountain roads, coastal roads, city streets
How to Pay Montenegro Tolls
You can use the following toll payment methods to pay toll in Montenegro:
1. Manual Payment Systems:
- Cash payments: Euro currency accepted at all toll booths
- Credit/debit cards: Visa, MasterCard, Maestro accepted
- Change provided for large denomination notes (€100, €200)
2. Electronic Payment:
- ENP electronic units: €20 purchase + €20 minimum top-up
- Special lanes for TAG-equipped vehicles with microwave antenna
- Prepaid smart cards from Monteput with trip-count discounts
To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Montenegro toll roads, use TollGuru Montenegro toll calculator
Recent Changes (2025)
A1 Motorway Developments:
- First section operational since July 13, 2022 (Smokovac-Mateševo, 41 km)
- Second section Mateševo-Andrijevica planned for 2030 completion
- €100 million EU grant approved for second section construction
Traffic Performance:
- A1 motorway showing increased traffic since opening
- First seven days toll-free promotion completed July 2022
- Four interchange connections: Smokovac, Pelev Brijeg, Veruša, Mateševo
Infrastructure Status:
- Sozina tunnel continues normal operations (opened July 2005)
- Current A1 section features 20 bridges, 16 twin-tube tunnels
- Maximum speed limit 100 km/h on A1, 60-80 km/h in Sozina tunnel
State/Regional Toll Information
Northern Montenegro - A1 Motorway Corridor:
- Current section: Smokovac (near Podgorica) to Mateševo (near Kolašin)
- Future extension: Mateševo-Andrijevica-Berane-Boljare (Serbian border)
- Total planned length: 165 km when complete
- Purpose: Part of Belgrade-Bar corridor connecting Serbia to Adriatic
Southern Montenegro - Coastal Access:
- Sozina tunnel: Podgorica to Bar shortcut (saves 25 km, significant time)
- Alternative route: Free mountain road via Virpazar (longer but scenic)
- Kamenari-Lepetane ferry: Bay of Kotor crossing (saves 30-minute detour)
Free Road Network:
- All coastal roads including scenic routes to Budva, Kotor, Herceg Novi
- Mountain roads including Podgorica-Kolašin route (20+ tunnels, toll-free)
- All urban and suburban roads throughout Montenegro
Planning Your Journey
Cost Considerations:
- Typical daily tolls: €0-6 depending on routes chosen
- Podgorica to northern regions: €3.50 if using A1 motorway
- Podgorica to coast: €2.50 if using Sozina tunnel shortcut
Route Alternatives:
- Toll-free mountain routes available for all destinations
- Scenic options often preferred despite longer travel times
- Consider toll routes for time savings, free routes for sightseeing
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avoid Montenegro tolls completely?
Yes, both toll routes have free alternatives. A1 motorway can be bypassed via regular highways, and Sozina tunnel via the scenic mountain road through Virpazar to the coast.
What happens if I don't pay Montenegro tolls?
Montenegro operates closed toll systems with payment required before passage. You cannot enter toll routes without paying, making toll evasion impossible.
Do motorcycles pay tolls in Montenegro?
Yes, but at reduced rates: €1.50 for both A1 motorway and Sozina tunnel, compared to €3.50 and €2.50 respectively for cars.
Will Montenegro expand its toll system?
Yes, the A1 motorway will extend north to the Serbian border (Mateševo-Andrijevica section by 2030), but most of Montenegro's road network will remain toll-free.
Do tourists get different rates?
No, tourists pay the same fixed toll rates as residents. Electronic units offer discounts based on usage frequency, available to all users.
Montenegro vs. Regional Countries
| Country | System Type | Typical Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montenegro | Limited tolls | €1.50-3.50 | 2 routes only |
| Croatia | Distance-based tolls | €7 per 100km | Extensive network |
| Serbia | Distance-based tolls | €2 per 100km | Major highways |
| Bosnia & Herzegovina | Limited tolls | Selected sections | A1 sections |
| Albania | Tunnel tolls | €5 per tunnel | Major tunnels only |
Useful Links & Resources
Internal Navigation:
- Croatia Motorway Tolls - Extensive toll network information
- Serbia Toll Roads - Distance-based toll system details
- Bosnia & Herzegovina Tolls - Limited toll sections
- Albania Toll Roads - Tunnel toll information
Official Resources:
- Monteput: State company responsible for toll collection and road maintenance
- Ministry of Capital Investments: A1 motorway project oversight and planning
- CRBC: Chinese contractor for A1 construction and technical operations
Emergency Information:
- Emergency Services: 112 (EU standard)
- Police: 122
- Road assistance: Contact rental company or local services
