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Hanoi Truck Road Tolls: A Burning Issue for Drivers

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07/02/2025

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“You get what you pay for” is a common saying among truck drivers in Hanoi when discussing road tolls. But what’s the real story? This article from XE TẢI HÀ NỘI will provide clarity on this issue, especially for truck drivers.

What are Road Tolls and Why Pay Them?

Truck drivers in Hanoi, especially those frequently traveling long routes like Hanoi – Hai Phong or Hanoi – Lang Son, are familiar with toll booths. Road tolls are fees paid by owners of road motor vehicles to contribute to the maintenance and repair of road infrastructure. Simply put, it’s a “road maintenance fee.”

Truck driving on a highway

Current Truck Road Toll Rates

Truck road toll rates are determined based on several criteria:

Vehicle Type: Trucks with larger payloads have higher tolls.
Distance Traveled: The longer the distance traveled on toll roads, the higher the toll.
Collection Method: Currently, there are two main collection methods: manual toll collection and electronic toll collection (ETC). Fees differ between these two methods.

Detailed information on truck road toll rates can be found in Circular No. 59/2015/TT-BTC issued by the Ministry of Finance.

Benefits of Paying Road Tolls

Paying road tolls is the responsibility of every vehicle owner participating in traffic. Furthermore, paying tolls offers several practical benefits:

Contributing to Infrastructure Upgrades: Toll revenue is used to maintain, repair, and upgrade roads, bridges, and tunnels. This makes transporting goods safer and more efficient for truck drivers.
Saving Time and Money: Upgraded and expanded transportation systems reduce travel time and traffic congestion, indirectly saving fuel costs for drivers.
Reducing Overloading: Toll fees based on vehicle weight help discourage overloading, extending the lifespan of transportation infrastructure.

ETC toll booth

Frequently Asked Questions about Truck Road Tolls

1. My truck is registered in Hanoi but operates on a fixed route from Hanoi to other provinces. Am I eligible for a road toll reduction or exemption?

Road toll reductions or exemptions depend on the specific route. Contact the Department of Transportation in the provinces where your truck operates for more information.

2. I want to switch from manual to electronic toll collection. What procedures are required?

Visit a VETC transaction point or an ETC service provider for guidance on the switching process.

3. My truck broke down and had to stop on the highway for repairs. Do I still have to pay the road toll in this situation?

Provide documentation proving the vehicle breakdown to the toll collector for exemption consideration.