What to expect with National Road Toll Adjustments in 2024
In a recent announcement by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), road users in Ireland are gearing up for National Road Toll adjustments set to take effect on January 1, 2024. The M50, eight national highways, and the Dublin Tunnel are among the main thoroughfares impacted by the modifications. Some tolls will increase by up to 20%.
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M50 Toll Surge
One of the most notable changes will occur on the M50, Dublin’s busy circular motorway. Toll prices are set to surge by up to 40c, contingent upon the type of vehicle and the method of payment—whether through a tag, a video account, or as an unregistered user. For cars without tags or video accounts, the toll will climb by 20c, reaching €3.70. Meanwhile, tagged and video account users will see their tolls increase to €2.50 and €3.10, respectively. Other vehicle categories on the M50 can anticipate hikes ranging from 30c to 40c.
National Road Toll Adjustments
Beyond the M50, tolls on crucial national roads will also witness increases. Motorcycles using the M1, M7/M8, M8, N6, N25WF, and N18-LT can expect a 10c hike, while cars will face a 20c increase. Larger vehicles will experience toll increases ranging from 20c to 50c, depending on the specific route.
The M3 tolls for motorcycles and cars will see a 10c bump, while larger vehicles will incur a 20c increase. At the M4 toll, motorcycles will face a 10c uptick, cars a 20c increase, and larger vehicles tolls rising by 30c to 50c.
Dublin Port Tunnel Changes
After a toll freeze in the preceding year, the Dublin Port Tunnel will experience a peak hour toll increase from €10 to €12, marking a 20% rise. Off-peak rates will also see an adjustment, increasing from €3 to €3.50. The Dublin Tunnel’s peak hours are 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. southbound and 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. northbound on weekdays. On Saturdays and Sundays, the off-peak rate is in effect.
TII’s Regulatory Measures
According to TII, the toll bye-laws’ inflation (CPI) adjustment mechanism controls toll increases. This mechanism ensures that tolls do not surpass the rate of inflation. The statement from TII emphasises the necessity of National Road toll adjustments, indicating that the expected increase in income in 2024 will be allocated to fund protection and renewal activities, essential in the face of rising costs driven by inflation.
As the new year approaches, Irish commuters and businesses are urged to factor these toll increases into their plans and budgets, navigating the roads with awareness of the broader economic context shaping these adjustments.
