Iceland Toll Roads Guide: Tunnel and Ring Road Tolls 2026
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Iceland Toll Roads Guide
System: Electronic toll collection only (ANPR cameras, no booths)
Operator: Vegagerðin (Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration) / Vaðlaheiðargöng hf.
Currency: Icelandic Krona (ISK)
Coverage: Two toll points only, Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel (North Iceland) and Hornafjörður Ring Road section (Southeast Iceland)
Technology: Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR), online payment, no vignette, no transponder
Do I Need Iceland Tolls? 2026 Update
Iceland does not have a nationwide toll road network. There is no vignette, no transponder, and almost the entire Ring Road (Route 1) and secondary road system is toll-free. As of 2026, only two locations charge a toll: the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel near Akureyri in North Iceland, and a newly built Ring Road section through Hornafjörður in Southeast Iceland, tolled from September 1, 2026.
Key Reality: There are no toll booths anywhere in Iceland. Cameras read your license plate automatically and payment must be completed online within a 24-hour window, before or after your trip.
2026 Update: Since January 1, 2026, Iceland also charges a separate nationwide per-kilometer road usage fee (kílómetragjald) that replaced part of the old fuel tax system. This is a road tax on all vehicles, including EVs, and is unrelated to the two toll points described here.
Iceland Toll Costs: Current Rates
Iceland's two toll points charge flat per-crossing fees based on vehicle weight class, not distance.
Vaðlaheiðargöng Tunnel Rates (2026)
| Vehicle Class | Single Trip | Return Trip | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 3.5 tonnes (cars, campervans) | 2,216 ISK | 4,432 ISK | Standard rate, effective March 2026 |
| Over 3.5 tonnes (larger transport, trucks) | Up to 6,000 ISK | Up to 12,000 ISK | Rate scales with weight |
| 10-trip package (under 3.5t) | 15,985 ISK total | - | Discounted vs single-trip rate; 40 and 100-trip packages also available |
Hornafjörður Ring Road Toll (from September 1, 2026)
| Vehicle Class | Single Trip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Under 3.5 tonnes (cars) | 1,500 ISK | New Ring Road section, opened June 24, 2026 |
| 3.5 to 7.5 tonnes | 2,100 ISK | Toll collection begins Sept 1, 2026 |
| Over 7.5 tonnes | 4,500 ISK | Fully automated, no sign-in required |
How to Pay Iceland Tolls
Both Icelandic tolls are cashless and paid entirely online or by app, by license plate.
- Online: Pay at veggjald.is up to 24 hours before or after your trip through the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel
- App: The official "Veggjald" app (iOS and Android) supports single-trip payment and vehicle registration
- Self-service kiosks: Installed at both ends of the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel since July 2026 for card or mobile payment
- Pre-registration: Register a license plate and card on veggjald.is for automatic billing, up to 120 prepaid trips per account
- Hornafjörður toll: Fully automated ANPR billing, no sign-in required at the time of travel
Enforcement and Penalties
There are no exemptions at either toll point. If payment is not made within the 24-hour window, an administrative collection fee is added and the claim is billed to the vehicle's registered owner. Rental companies typically pass unpaid tolls to the renter along with their own service fee, so paying promptly through veggjald.is or the Veggjald app is the cheapest option.
Recent Changes (2026)
- Vaðlaheiðargöng standard car rate updated to 2,216 ISK single / 4,432 ISK return, effective March 2026
- Self-service payment kiosks installed at both tunnel entrances, July 2026
- New Hornafjörður Ring Road section opened to traffic June 24, 2026, shortening the Ring Road by 12 km
- Hornafjörður tolling begins September 1, 2026, to help fund the road's construction cost over up to 30 years
- Nationwide per-kilometer road usage fee (kílómetragjald), approximately 6.95 ISK/km, introduced January 1, 2026, replacing part of the fuel tax; applies to all vehicles including EVs and is separate from the two tolls above
Planning Your Journey
Cost Considerations:
- A one-way Ring Road trip through both toll points costs roughly 3,700 ISK for a standard car
- Rental car companies usually collect the per-kilometer road tax as a flat daily fee, folded into your booking
Toll-Free Alternatives:
- The Víkurskarð mountain pass bypasses the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel toll-free but can be closed or hazardous in winter
- Hvalfjörður tunnel near Reykjavík has been toll-free since September 2018
- Every other road and tunnel in Iceland, including the rest of the Ring Road, remains toll-free
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avoid Iceland's tolls completely?
Yes, in most cases. The Víkurskarð pass offers a free alternative to the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel in good weather. There is currently no free alternative route around the Hornafjörður toll section once it opens for charging.
What happens if I don't pay?
The toll is billed to the vehicle's registered owner with an added administrative collection fee. Rental cars will have the toll plus the rental company's own service fee charged after return.
Do tourists get different rates?
No, tolls are the same for all drivers. Rental companies typically pre-collect the per-kilometer road tax at pickup or check-in on your behalf.
Is the per-kilometer road tax a toll?
No. It is a nationwide road maintenance fee based on distance driven, replacing part of the old fuel tax. It applies everywhere in Iceland and is unrelated to the two toll points covered on this page.
Is the Hvalfjörður tunnel still tolled?
No, it has been free since September 2018. Any information stating otherwise is outdated.
Iceland vs. Neighbouring Countries
| Country | System Type | Typical Cost | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | ANPR, no booths | 1,500-6,000 ISK/crossing | 2 toll points only |
| Norway | Electronic (AutoPASS) | Varies by road/ferry | Extensive, distance and zone-based |
| Denmark | Bridge tolls only | Varies by bridge | Great Belt and Øresund bridges |
| Sweden | Congestion charges | Varies by city zone | Stockholm, Gothenburg |
| Finland | No tolls currently | 0 ISK | Toll-free network |
| Greenland | No tolls currently | 0 ISK | Toll-free network |
Official Resources
- Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration - road conditions, closures, and traffic information
- Veggjald - official payment portal and app for the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel toll
- Vegagerðin - operator of Iceland's national road network, including the Hornafjörður project
