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== Andaman and Nicobar Islands toll roads ==
 
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Currently '''no toll roads''' exist in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. You can drive across the entire union territory without any concern of paying toll or having a [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/fastag-india FASTag].
 
  
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However, you can calculate your trip's fuel expenses in Andaman Nicobar Island using our free fuel cost calculator.
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> No toll roads - Completely toll-free territory<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> Entire union territory including NH-4 (Great Andaman Trunk Road)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> Indian Rupee (INR) - Only for fuel and other travel expenses<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> No toll collection infrastructure required<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Highway:</strong> NH-4 (230.7 km from Port Blair to Diglipur)
 
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== See also ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you do not need FASTag or any toll payment system for Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The entire union territory operates completely toll-free roads, including the major National Highway 4 (Great Andaman Trunk Road) and all local roads.</p>
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/india-toll India tolls and toll pass]
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/delhi-toll-roads Delhi tolls]
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Unlike mainland India where FASTag is mandatory for most national highways, Andaman and Nicobar Islands maintains a completely toll-free road network. You can drive across all 572 islands (38 inhabited) without any toll charges.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> Despite ongoing infrastructure development including the ₹1,511 crore NH-4 upgrade project and new bridge constructions, the territory continues its policy of toll-free road access for all vehicle types.</p>
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/tamil-nadu-toll-roads Tamilnadu tolls]
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/maharashtra-toll-roads Maharashtra tolls]
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Since there are no toll roads in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, your only road-related expenses are fuel costs and vehicle permits for tourist vehicles.</p>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Cost Range</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Details</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Applicability</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Toll Roads</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹0</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No toll infrastructure exists</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">All vehicles, all routes</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Fuel Costs</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹95-105/liter (Petrol)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Higher than mainland due to transportation</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">All vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Tourist Vehicle Permit</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹500-1,000</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Required for rental vehicles</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Tourist/rental vehicles only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Parking Fees</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹10-50/day</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">At major tourist attractions</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">All vehicles at select locations</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Ferry Charges</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹5-15/vehicle</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Inter-island ferry services</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Vehicles using ferry routes</td>
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/lakshadweep-toll-roads Lakshadweep tolls]
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Port Blair to Rangat</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">170 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">5-6 hours</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹800-1,200</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Port Blair to Diglipur</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">231 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">8-10 hours</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹1,100-1,600</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Port Blair to Mayabunder</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">242 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">9-11 hours</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹1,200-1,700</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">61 km</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">2-3 hours</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹300-450</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Since there are no tolls to pay, road travel in Andaman and Nicobar Islands focuses on route planning, fuel management, and permit requirements.</p>
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<li>Private vehicles (residents)</li>
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<li>Tourist rental vehicles (require permits)</li>
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<li>Government and commercial vehicles</li>
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<li>Two-wheelers and motorcycles (most cost-effective)</li>
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<li>Fuel planning - Limited fuel stations outside Port Blair</li>
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<li>Route permits for restricted areas (Jarawa Reserve)</li>
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<li>Inter-island ferry bookings for multi-island travel</li>
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<li>Emergency supplies for remote areas</li>
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<li>Jarawa Reserve transit requires convoy travel with armed escorts</li>
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<li>Some areas require special permits from administration</li>
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<li>Weather-dependent ferry services for outer islands</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate fuel costs for your Andaman and Nicobar Islands journey, use TollGuru fuel calculator</p>
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<li>NH-4 major upgrade project (₹1,511 crore) ongoing from Port Blair to Diglipur</li>
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<li>Humphrey Strait Creek Bridge (1.45 km) - longest bridge in Eastern Archipelago completed</li>
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<li>New bridge constructions reducing ferry dependencies</li>
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<li>Road widening projects in South Andaman</li>
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<li>Great Nicobar Island infrastructure development</li>
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<li>Additional bridges to replace ferry connections</li>
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<li>Road connectivity improvements to remote settlements</li>
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<li>Enhanced highway safety measures along Jarawa Reserve</li>
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<li>GPS-based navigation systems deployment</li>
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<li>Emergency communication towers along NH-4</li>
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<li>Weather monitoring stations for safer travel</li>
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<li>Mobile connectivity expansion along major routes</li>
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<li>[[india-toll|India Toll Roads]] - Mainland India toll information for connecting travel</li>
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<li>Port Blair to Wandoor - 29 km coastal route</li>
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<li>Airport to city center - 4 km well-maintained road</li>
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<li>Chidiya Tapu circuit - 30 km scenic coastal drive</li>
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<li>Baratang limestone caves access road</li>
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<li>Ferry connections to North Andaman</li>
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<li>Jarawa Reserve buffer zone (restricted access)</li>
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<li>Rangat town connectivity hub</li>
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<li>Diglipur - Northern terminus of NH-4</li>
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<li>Saddle Peak access roads</li>
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<li>Kalipur beach connecting routes</li>
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<li>Remote village connectivity projects</li>
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<li>Car Nicobar - Basic road infrastructure</li>
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<li>Great Nicobar - Development projects underway</li>
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<li>Inter-island connectivity primarily by sea/air</li>
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<li>Restricted access requiring special permits</li>
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<li>Zero toll expenses across entire territory</li>
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<li>Fuel costs 15-20% higher than mainland India</li>
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<li>Vehicle rental: ₹1,500-3,000/day including permits</li>
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<li>Ferry charges: ₹5-15 per vehicle crossing</li>
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<li>NH-4 is the primary arterial road (toll-free)</li>
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<li>Alternative coastal routes available in South Andaman</li>
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<li>Ferry schedules critical for inter-island travel</li>
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<li>Weather dependency for outer island access</li>
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<li>Carry extra fuel for remote areas</li>
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<li>Plan for convoy timings in Jarawa Reserve</li>
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<li>Book ferry tickets in advance during peak season</li>
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<li>GPS may be unreliable in remote areas</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, there are absolutely no toll roads in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The entire union territory maintains a completely toll-free road network including NH-4 and all local roads.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Do I need FASTag for Andaman and Nicobar Islands?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, FASTag is not required as there are no toll plazas anywhere in the territory. However, you will need FASTag if traveling on mainland Indian roads to reach departure ports.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What are the main road travel costs?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Primary costs are fuel (₹95-105/liter), vehicle permits for tourists (₹500-1,000), and occasional ferry charges (₹5-15 per crossing). No toll charges apply anywhere.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I drive freely throughout the islands?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Most areas are accessible, but the Jarawa Reserve section of NH-4 requires convoy travel with escorts. Some restricted areas need special permits from the administration.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Are roads well-maintained in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">NH-4 is generally well-maintained and undergoing major upgrades. Local roads vary in quality, with South Andaman having the best infrastructure and remote areas having basic roads.</p>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Andaman & Nicobar Islands</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">NH-4 (toll-free)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">FASTag mandatory</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Multiple toll highways</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹2-15 per toll plaza</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">FASTag mandatory</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">NH-16, NH-49 tolled</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹1.50-12 per toll plaza</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">FASTag mandatory</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">₹2-10 per toll plaza</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">FASTag mandatory</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Extensive toll network</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">₹3-25 per toll plaza</td>
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<li>[[india-toll|India Toll Roads]] - Mainland India toll information</li>
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<li>[[west-bengal-toll-roads|West Bengal Toll Roads]] - Nearest mainland state with tolls</li>
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<li>[[odisha-toll-roads|Odisha Toll Roads]] - Eastern India toll information</li>
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<li>[[kerala-toll-roads|Kerala Toll Roads]] - Southern India toll network</li>
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<li>Andaman and Nicobar Administration: 03192-232102</li>
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<li>Tourist Helpline: 1363 (24x7 within islands)</li>
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<li>Police Control Room: 100</li>
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<li>Medical Emergency: 102</li>
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Andaman and Nicobar Islands Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: No toll roads - Completely toll-free territory
Coverage: Entire union territory including NH-4 (Great Andaman Trunk Road)
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR) - Only for fuel and other travel expenses
Technology: No toll collection infrastructure required
Major Highway: NH-4 (230.7 km from Port Blair to Diglipur)

Do I Need FASTag for Andaman and Nicobar Islands? 2025 Update

No, you do not need FASTag or any toll payment system for Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The entire union territory operates completely toll-free roads, including the major National Highway 4 (Great Andaman Trunk Road) and all local roads.

Key Reality: Unlike mainland India where FASTag is mandatory for most national highways, Andaman and Nicobar Islands maintains a completely toll-free road network. You can drive across all 572 islands (38 inhabited) without any toll charges.

2025 Update: Despite ongoing infrastructure development including the ₹1,511 crore NH-4 upgrade project and new bridge constructions, the territory continues its policy of toll-free road access for all vehicle types.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands Road Costs: What You Actually Pay

Since there are no toll roads in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, your only road-related expenses are fuel costs and vehicle permits for tourist vehicles.

Current Travel Costs by Category (2025)

Expense Type Cost Range Details Applicability
Toll Roads ₹0 No toll infrastructure exists All vehicles, all routes
Fuel Costs ₹95-105/liter (Petrol) Higher than mainland due to transportation All vehicles
Tourist Vehicle Permit ₹500-1,000 Required for rental vehicles Tourist/rental vehicles only
Parking Fees ₹10-50/day At major tourist attractions All vehicles at select locations
Ferry Charges ₹5-15/vehicle Inter-island ferry services Vehicles using ferry routes

Major Route Distances (Toll-Free)

Route Distance Travel Time Estimated Fuel Cost
Port Blair to Rangat 170 km 5-6 hours ₹800-1,200
Port Blair to Diglipur 231 km 8-10 hours ₹1,100-1,600
Port Blair to Mayabunder 242 km 9-11 hours ₹1,200-1,700
Rangat to Diglipur 61 km 2-3 hours ₹300-450

How to Travel Andaman and Nicobar Islands Roads

Since there are no tolls to pay, road travel in Andaman and Nicobar Islands focuses on route planning, fuel management, and permit requirements.

1. Vehicle Categories:

  • Private vehicles (residents)
  • Tourist rental vehicles (require permits)
  • Government and commercial vehicles
  • Two-wheelers and motorcycles (most cost-effective)

2. Travel Preparations:

  • Fuel planning - Limited fuel stations outside Port Blair
  • Route permits for restricted areas (Jarawa Reserve)
  • Inter-island ferry bookings for multi-island travel
  • Emergency supplies for remote areas

3. Special Considerations:

  • Jarawa Reserve transit requires convoy travel with armed escorts
  • Some areas require special permits from administration
  • Weather-dependent ferry services for outer islands

To calculate fuel costs for your Andaman and Nicobar Islands journey, use TollGuru fuel calculator

Recent Road Developments (2025)

Infrastructure Upgrades:

  • NH-4 major upgrade project (₹1,511 crore) ongoing from Port Blair to Diglipur
  • Humphrey Strait Creek Bridge (1.45 km) - longest bridge in Eastern Archipelago completed
  • New bridge constructions reducing ferry dependencies
  • Road widening projects in South Andaman

Future Projects:

  • Great Nicobar Island infrastructure development
  • Additional bridges to replace ferry connections
  • Road connectivity improvements to remote settlements
  • Enhanced highway safety measures along Jarawa Reserve

Technology Improvements:

  • GPS-based navigation systems deployment
  • Emergency communication towers along NH-4
  • Weather monitoring stations for safer travel
  • Mobile connectivity expansion along major routes

Regional Road Information

South Andaman - Hub of Road Network:

  • India Toll Roads - Mainland India toll information for connecting travel
  • Port Blair to Wandoor - 29 km coastal route
  • Airport to city center - 4 km well-maintained road
  • Chidiya Tapu circuit - 30 km scenic coastal drive

Middle Andaman - Transit Zone:

  • Baratang limestone caves access road
  • Ferry connections to North Andaman
  • Jarawa Reserve buffer zone (restricted access)
  • Rangat town connectivity hub

North Andaman - Remote Destinations:

  • Diglipur - Northern terminus of NH-4
  • Saddle Peak access roads
  • Kalipur beach connecting routes
  • Remote village connectivity projects

Nicobar Islands - Limited Road Network:

  • Car Nicobar - Basic road infrastructure
  • Great Nicobar - Development projects underway
  • Inter-island connectivity primarily by sea/air
  • Restricted access requiring special permits

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Zero toll expenses across entire territory
  • Fuel costs 15-20% higher than mainland India
  • Vehicle rental: ₹1,500-3,000/day including permits
  • Ferry charges: ₹5-15 per vehicle crossing

Route Planning:

  • NH-4 is the primary arterial road (toll-free)
  • Alternative coastal routes available in South Andaman
  • Ferry schedules critical for inter-island travel
  • Weather dependency for outer island access

Travel Tips:

  • Carry extra fuel for remote areas
  • Plan for convoy timings in Jarawa Reserve
  • Book ferry tickets in advance during peak season
  • GPS may be unreliable in remote areas

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any toll roads in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

No, there are absolutely no toll roads in Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The entire union territory maintains a completely toll-free road network including NH-4 and all local roads.

Do I need FASTag for Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

No, FASTag is not required as there are no toll plazas anywhere in the territory. However, you will need FASTag if traveling on mainland Indian roads to reach departure ports.

What are the main road travel costs?

Primary costs are fuel (₹95-105/liter), vehicle permits for tourists (₹500-1,000), and occasional ferry charges (₹5-15 per crossing). No toll charges apply anywhere.

Can I drive freely throughout the islands?

Most areas are accessible, but the Jarawa Reserve section of NH-4 requires convoy travel with escorts. Some restricted areas need special permits from the administration.

Are roads well-maintained in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

NH-4 is generally well-maintained and undergoing major upgrades. Local roads vary in quality, with South Andaman having the best infrastructure and remote areas having basic roads.

Andaman and Nicobar Islands vs. Regional Indian States

State/UT Toll System Major Highways Travel Cost Impact
Andaman & Nicobar Islands No tolls NH-4 (toll-free) Only fuel and permits
West Bengal FASTag mandatory Multiple toll highways ₹2-15 per toll plaza
Odisha FASTag mandatory NH-16, NH-49 tolled ₹1.50-12 per toll plaza
Kerala FASTag mandatory NH-66, NH-544 tolled ₹2-10 per toll plaza
Tamil Nadu FASTag mandatory Extensive toll network ₹3-25 per toll plaza

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Travel Resources:

  • Andaman and Nicobar Administration: 03192-232102
  • Tourist Helpline: 1363 (24x7 within islands)
  • Police Control Room: 100
  • Medical Emergency: 102
  • Fuel availability information: Contact local tourist offices

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