Truck Toll Over 3.5 Tons – All Details & Calculation
- How Much is the Toll for Trucks Over 3.5 Tons in Germany?
- When Does the New Toll Come Into Effect?
- Why is There a Truck Toll?
- Who is Responsible for Paying the Truck Toll?
- Exemptions from the Truck Toll in Germany
- Calculate Truck Toll Over 3.5 Tons with IMPARGO TMP®
How Much is the Toll for Trucks Over 3.5 Tons?
New Toll Law Effective July 1, 2024
From July 1, 2024, trucks over 3.5 tons must pay tolls on German federal highways. Vehicles weighing ≤3.5 tons, even with a trailer, are not subject to tolls.
Exception: Craft-related journeys with vehicles under 7.5 tons remain toll-exempt.
Learn more about toll costs for trucks over 3.5 tons.
When Does the New Toll Come Into Effect?
The new toll fees for trucks over 3.5 tons will be enforced from July 2024. Logistics companies must prepare in advance to avoid unnecessary costs.
Why is There a Truck Toll?
The truck toll ensures that heavy vehicles, which cause more road wear and tear, contribute to maintenance costs. The toll revenue covers:
- Road maintenance and infrastructure improvements
- Air pollution and noise reduction measures
Who is Responsible for Paying the Truck Toll?
According to the Federal Highway Toll Act (BFStrMG), the following parties are responsible for toll payments:
- The owner or registered holder of the truck
- The logistics company operating the vehicle
- The truck driver (in specific cases)
Exemptions from the Truck Toll in Germany
Certain vehicles and categories are exempt from the toll charges:
A. Permanent Toll Exemptions
- Emission-free vehicles under 4.25 tons
B. Temporary Exemptions Until December 31, 2025
- Heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles
C. Craft Vehicles Under 7.5 Tons
The following conditions must be met for toll exemption:
- The driver must be a craftsman
- Merely working for a craft business is not sufficient
- The transport must be essential for the craft operation
- The transported goods must be necessary for the business
- The journey must not be for commercial transportation
Calculate Truck Toll Over 3.5 Tons with IMPARGO TMP®
With the IMPARGO TMP® transport management platform, you can calculate toll costs in real-time:
Benefits of IMPARGO TMP®
- Truck Route Planning with Toll Calculation: Get precise toll costs for all of Europe
- Order Management Dashboard: Efficiently manage transport operations
- Mobile App for Driver Tracking: Real-time communication with drivers
- Comprehensive Transport Management System: Optimize logistics processes
