New research has revealed the cost of the priciest toll roads in Europe – and it’s more than a tank of petrol for a family car’s worth of fuel.
The summer holidays are just around the corner and some families will be taking a trip away. While many of us will opt for a staycation this year, others may choose to take road trips in Europe.
As if driving a car isn’t enough without the need for petrol, road tax and car insurance, it is no wonder people are struggling to run their vehicles.
In light of this, new research by Northgate Vehicle Hire has found Europe‘s priciest toll roads, bridges, and tunnels so you may want to make a note if you’re planning to go away this year. The team analysed data in 44 European countries, to find out toll road names, lengths and the associated charges.
In some cases, tolls were priced per km, researchers estimated the length of the toll road before using this figure for the calculation. Meanwhile, bridges, tunnels and other tolled roadways were also included in the study.
Charges were then converted from the listed local currency to GBP using Google’s currency converter. The currency was valued at one euro to 0.85 GBP, reports the Express.
The data is accurate as of June 2024.
Research found the A1 and A14 routes from Milan to Bari in Italy cost drivers a staggering £56.88 one way, making it the priciest route in Europe.
This was followed closely by France’s Paris-Marseille and Strasbourg-Montpellier route which came in second.
The Mont Blanc Tunnel takes the crown as the most expensive tunnel, with a staggering £46.85 toll fee, while Ireland’s Limerick and the Netherlands’ Kiltunnel are the cheapest options at just £1.69 each.
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly route, North Macedonia’s path from Skopje to Gostivar is your best bet at a mere £0.96.
In contrast, crossing the Resundsbroen Bridge between Sweden and Denmark will set you back a hefty £45.72.
For those seeking a picturesque drive without breaking the bank, the Svinesundsbron bridge connecting Norway and Sweden is a cost-effective choice at only £1.48.