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Brunei Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Limited toll network with manual collection
Coverage: 2 toll plazas only (Rasau and Kuala Belait)
Currency: Brunei Dollar (BND)
Technology: Manual toll collection at toll booths
Operators: Public Works Department (Government of Brunei)

Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Brunei? 2025 Update

No, you likely won't need to pay tolls in Brunei. Toll roads in Brunei are not that many. Some of the toll roads in the country can be found at Rasau Toll Plaza and Kuala Belait toll plaza. The vast majority of Brunei's road network is toll-free.

Key Reality: You do not have to worry as a road sign indicating that the road you are approaching has a toll will be there to inform you. Most travelers can navigate Brunei without encountering any toll charges.

2025 Update: Brunei is making good strides in infrastructure development with six major highways including the Temburong Bridge connecting the two halves of the country, yet maintains a minimal toll network.

Brunei Toll Costs: Current Rates

Brunei operates one of the most limited toll networks in Southeast Asia, with only two toll plazas serving specific routes.

Current Toll Rates by Location (2025)

Location Toll Range Coverage Status
Rasau Toll Plaza BND 1-20 Specific route section Operational
Kuala Belait Toll Plaza BND 1-20 Specific route section Operational
Rest of Highway Network BND 0 (Free) Nationwide Toll-free

Major Highway Networks (2025)

Toll-Free Major Highways:

  • Muara Tutong Highway
  • Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway
  • Tungku Highway
  • Kuala Belait Highway
  • Telisai-Limit Highway
  • Brunei-Temburong Highway, including Temburong Bridge

Road Standards: Major highways in Brunei are built under dual carriageway standards, while other roads are built as single carriageways. The maximum speed limit for dual carriageways in Brunei is generally 100 km/h.

How to Pay Brunei Tolls

Payment methods for the limited toll network in Brunei:

1. Cash Payment:

  • Manual toll collection at toll booths
  • Brunei Dollar (BND) accepted
  • Singapore Dollar (SGD) accepted due to currency interchangeability

2. Currency Information:

  • Under a Currency Interchangeability Agreement in 1967, the BND is interchangeable with the Singapore dollar at par
  • BND is accepted in Singapore as "customary tender" just as the Singapore dollar is accepted as "customary tender" in Brunei
  • Toll ranges from 1 BND to 20 BND (roughly $1 to $15) depending on the vehicle you are using

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

Recent Changes (2025)

Major Infrastructure Development:

  • Temburong Bridge, with investment of USD 1.2 billion from the Brunei Government, being 30 kilometres long, is the longest bridge in Southeast Asia
  • It was officially opened on the 17 March 2020 and links the capital city, Bandar Seri Begawan, with the Temburong District
  • The Temburong Bridge was jointly built by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation and Daelim, a South Korean company

Road Network Expansion:

  • 18.6-kilometre Telisai Lumut Highway project completed in June 2016, financed by the Brunei Government for USD 98.2 million
  • Brunei Pan-Borneo Highway network with total length of 168 kilometres (104 mi)
  • Brunei's infrastructure in relation to its road networks, including highways, connecting roads, elevated roads and roundabout interchanges, have been developed all across the country

Toll Network Status:

  • No expansion of toll network planned despite major infrastructure investments
  • Government maintains policy of toll-free highways for most infrastructure
  • Only specific route sections at Rasau and Kuala Belait maintain toll collection

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Most journeys in Brunei are toll-free
  • Budget BND 1-20 for toll charges if using specific routes
  • Carry cash in BND or SGD for toll payments

Road Conditions:

  • Brunei's road conditions are generally good. The road surfaces are also smooth, well-maintained, and well-managed
  • Since Bruneians are very well-disciplined with driving and have great respect for their road rules and regulations, there is less traffic congestion
  • You won't experience much problem when driving in Brunei because of their efficient road system

Additional Costs:

  • Fuel, toll, and parking fees must also be in your mind when budgeting for your trip to Brunei
  • Most parking in urban areas is free or low-cost
  • Fuel prices are subsidized by the government

Frequently Asked Questions

Are most roads in Brunei toll-free?

Yes, the vast majority of Brunei's road network is toll-free. Only two toll plazas exist in the entire country - at Rasau and Kuala Belait - covering specific route sections.

Can I use Singapore Dollars to pay tolls?

Yes, due to the Currency Interchangeability Agreement since 1967, Singapore Dollars are accepted as "customary tender" in Brunei, including for toll payments.

Is the Temburong Bridge tolled?

No, the Temburong Bridge, despite being a major USD 1.2 billion infrastructure project and the longest bridge in Southeast Asia, is toll-free like most of Brunei's highway network.

Are there electronic toll collection systems?

No, Brunei uses manual toll collection at toll booths. Given the limited toll network, there are no plans for electronic toll collection systems.

What are the speed limits on Brunei highways?

The maximum speed limit for dual carriageways in Brunei is generally 100 km/h, while single-carriageway roads have a maximum speed limit of 80 km/h. Lower speed limits may apply in urban areas.

Brunei vs. Regional Countries

Country System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Brunei Minimal toll network BND 1-20 2 toll plazas only
Malaysia Extensive electronic network RM 1-30/trip Major expressways
Singapore Electronic road pricing SGD 0.50-6.00 Urban zones
Indonesia Electronic + manual IDR 3,000-50,000 Java toll roads
Thailand Electronic + manual THB 25-120 Bangkok expressways
Vietnam Manual toll collection VND 5,000-50,000 Expressways

Useful Links & Resources

Regional Toll Information:

Government Resources:

  • Public Works Department (PWD) - Highway construction and maintenance
  • Ministry of Development - Infrastructure planning and development
  • Land Transport Department - Road regulations and vehicle registration

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