Iceland has only one toll road, the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel, located in the north near Akureyri. This tunnel connects the east bank of the Eyjafjörður fjord with Akureyri, providing a shortcut on the Route 1 Ring Road and saving about 16 kilometers of travel distance.
The toll fees for the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel are as follows on 24.07.2024:
- Vehicles under 3.5 tons: 1,990 ISK (approximately $14 USD)
- Vehicles between 3.5 to 7.5 tons: 2,800 ISK (approximately $20 USD)
- Vehicles over 7.5 tons: 5,900 ISK (approximately $42 USD).
Payments must be made online either before or within 24 hours after using the tunnel. You can pay through the official website veggjald.is or via their mobile app available for iOS and Android. Failure to pay within the stipulated time results in fines.
Apart from this tunnel, all other roads and tunnels in Iceland are toll-free. This includes the Hvalfjörður Tunnel, which used to be a toll road but has been toll-free since late 2018.
In summary, driving in Iceland is largely toll-free, making it a relatively straightforward and cost-effective experience compared to many other countries. However, it’s essential to be aware of the Vaðlaheiðargöng tunnel toll if your travels take you through the northern part of the country.
