E-vignette Romania

Toll roads in Romania

A valid e-vignette is required for driving on all motorways, expressways and national roads in Romania, regardless of the distance travelled. The e-vignette is linked to your license plate and serves as a mandatory road tax for all motor vehicles using the public road network managed by CNAIR. Local roads within municipalities are exempt.

Romania's road network is one of the most extensive in Eastern Europe, connecting every major region of the country, from Bucharest and the mountain passes of Transylvania to Constanța on the Black Sea coast and border crossings with Hungary, Bulgaria, Ukraine and Moldova.

Toll regulations apply across all main categories of roads: motorways (A), expressways (DEx), and national roads (DN). Each route is clearly marked with signs displaying the road number and category. Once you enter any of these marked roads, your e-vignette must be valid and linked to your license plate.

Romanian motorways

Romania's motorway network is expanding steadily, linking the capital with all major regions and border crossings. Each motorway is marked with an A and requires a valid e-vignette:

A0 circles Bucharest and connects to all main inbound routes. The southern section is open, while the northern part is still under construction.
A1 runs from Bucharest through Pitești, Sibiu, Deva, Timișoara and Arad to Nădlac on the Hungarian border. It forms the country’s main corridor to Central Europe.
A2 connects Bucharest with Constanța on the Black Sea coast. Fully operational and one of Romania’s busiest routes during summer.
A3 leads from Bucharest and Ploiești north through Brașov, Cluj-Napoca and Oradea to Borș on the Hungarian border. Several sections are open, while others are still under construction.
A4 bypasses Constanța, easing coastal traffic and linking the port area with the A2.
A5 is a planned route from Bucharest to Giurgiu on the Bulgarian border.
A6 will connect Timișoara, Craiova and Alexandria with Bucharest, providing a new west-south corridor across Oltenia.
A7, known as the Moldova Motorway, connects Ploiești, Buzău, Bacău and Suceava to Siret near the Ukrainian border. Several sections are already open.
A8 is the planned east-west route between Târgu Mureș in Transylvania and Iași and Ungheni on the Moldovan border.
A9 will link Timișoara with Moravița and the Serbian border.
A10 connects Sebeș, Alba Iulia and Turda, linking the A1 and A3. Fully operational.
A11 runs between Arad and Oradea, connecting western Romania with Hungary. Several sections are already open.
A13 will link Sibiu and Brașov, continuing east to Onești and Răcăciuni on the A7.
A14 runs across northern Romania from Botoșani through Suceava, Baia Mare and Satu Mare to Oar on the Hungarian border.

Romanian expressways

Romania's expressway network is expanding steadily, providing faster connections between major cities and complementing the motorway system. All expressways marked with a DEx prefix require a valid e-vignette:

DEx1 Bessarabia Expressway connects Mărășești, Bârlad and Albița near the Moldovan border. Planned as an alternative corridor between Bucharest and Chișinău.
DEx4 Someș Expressway links Petreștii de Jos, Cluj-Napoca, Gherla and Dej. The first section between Petreștii de Jos and Tureni opened in July 2025.
DEx6 Danube Expressway will connect the junction with A4 near Brăila to Galați, improving access to the eastern Danube crossings.
DEx7 Bukovina Expressway will link Suceava with Siret, providing a faster route to the Ukrainian border.
DEx8 Dobruja Expressway runs from Brăila to Tulcea, Constanța and Mangalia. The Constanța bypass (22 km) is operational, while the remaining sections are under design.
DEx11 Crișana Expressway will connect Arad, Chișineu-Criș, Solonta and Oradea, linking western Romania with Hungary.
DEx12 Oltenia Expressway runs from Pitești through Slatina to Craiova. Fully operational since July 2025, it forms a key route in southern Romania.
DEx14 Horea, Cloșca and Crișan Expressway will connect Satu Mare and Oar, improving access to the Hungarian border.
DEx16 Oradea Bypass links the Oradea Ring Expressway with the A3. Fully operational since 2024, it offers a fast alternative around the city.

Romanian national roads

In addition to motorways and expressways, all national roads in Romania also require a valid e-vignette. These roads connect cities, regional centres and border crossings, forming the backbone of the country's transport network. Signs for DN roads are red with a white number. Once you join any DN route, your e-vignette must be active.

Toll-free sections in Romania

While the e-vignette is mandatory on all motorways (A), expressways (DEx) and national roads (DN), there are a few specific cases where it is not required. These toll-free sections include:

• Parts of national roads (DN) that pass through towns or cities, between the official entry and exit signs of the municipality.

• Local roads managed by city or county authorities (communal or municipal routes).

Once you leave an urban area and re-enter a tolled section, your e-vignette must be valid and active, even if you have only driven a short distance.

Romania's toll system applies to vehicles travelling on intercity and long-distance routes. If you are driving only within a city, an e-vignette is generally not required. For any trip beyond the local area, make sure your e-vignette is active before starting your journey.

Bridge tolls in Romania

While most toll payments in Romania are covered by the e-vignette, several major bridges across the Danube require a separate toll. These tolls are not included in the e-vignette and must be paid individually, either online or at the toll point before crossing. The bridge fees apply to all vehicle types, regardless of the e-vignette category, and are collected by the respective bridge authorities.

The bridges below connect Romania with Bulgaria and key routes between important regions of the country.

Calafat – Vidin Bridge

Located on DN56 and E79, this bridge connects Calafat (Romania) with Vidin (Bulgaria). It is one of the main routes for freight and passenger traffic between Central Europe and the Balkans. The crossing features both a road and rail section. The toll must be paid before entering the bridge, either at the toll point or in advance through the official website.

Giurgiu – Ruse Bridge

Located on DN5, E70 and E85, this bridge connects Giurgiu in southern Romania with Ruse in northern Bulgaria. Known as the Friendship Bridge, it is a key route between Bucharest and Sofia. The toll can be paid in cash or by card at the bridge, or in advance through the official platform. The crossing serves both private travellers and heavy lorries heading towards Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey.

Fetești – Cernavodă Bridge

Part of the A2 and E81, this bridge connects Fetești and Cernavodă across the Danube. It is the main link between Bucharest and the Black Sea coast, used heavily by tourists heading to Constanța and the nearby seaside resorts. The toll can be paid through the official platform, at authorised petrol stations or via a mobile app. Automatic number plate recognition is used to verify valid payments.

Giurgeni – Vadu Oii Bridge

Located on DN2A and E60, this bridge connects Giurgeni (Ialomița County) with Vadu Oii (Constanța County). It is an essential crossing for traffic between central Romania and the eastern coast, particularly during summer. The toll can be paid at the bridge or through the official platform.