Poland is adapting its regulations on electronic road tolls as of February 1, 2026. The basis for this is a new ordinance of the Council of Ministers, which was published in the Polish Official Gazette. This affects both additional road sections and adjusted toll rates.
This is particularly relevant for travelers with motorhomes over 3.5 tons, vans or trucks, as the electronic toll in Poland is levied by distance and depending on the vehicle.
Extension of the toll routes
The previous list of toll roads will be completely replaced. Numerous new sections have been added or extended:
- Class A highways
- Class S expressways
This includes other sections of the A1, A2 and A4 as well as many expressways such as the S1, S6, S7, S8, S11, S17 and S19. The toll obligation applies not only to newly built routes, but also to existing sections that were previously toll-free.
Anyone who regularly drives through Poland or uses the country as a transit route should therefore check their route in advance.
New toll rates depending on vehicle and emission class
The toll charges will also be adjusted in parallel with the route extension. Billing will continue to be per kilometer driven and will be based on:
- Vehicle weight
- Vehicle type
- Emission standard, EURO class
The rates differentiate between highways and expressways as well as simpler road classes. Vehicles with a lower emission class pay significantly higher charges than modern vehicles.
For example:
- Vehicles between 3.5 and 12 tons are classified more favorably than vehicles over 12 tons
- Newer EURO standards are clearly preferred over older ones
For motorhomes over 3.5 tons, this can mean noticeable additional costs, depending on the EURO standard and the route chosen.
What does this mean for campers and travelers?
Nothing will change for classic passenger cars under 3.5 tons.
For larger motorhomes, expedition vehicles or converted vans, however, it is:
- More toll routes
- Higher costs on certain routes
- Clean emission classes are financially rewarded
Anyone traveling to Poland should familiarize themselves with the Polish e-TOLL system in advance and check whether their vehicle is subject to tolls.
Conclusion
Poland is further expanding its electronic toll system and at the same time making it more emissions-based. From February 2026, it will be more difficult to avoid toll routes unintentionally. Good route planning and correct vehicle classification will therefore become even more important.
Source
Official publication in the Polish Journal of Laws
https://www.dziennikustaw.gov.pl/D2026000003301.pdf
