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Venezuela Motorway Tolls Complete Guide

System: Electronic and manual toll collection (TelePase, Televia, Autopase, cash)
Coverage: Major autopistas connecting Caracas, Valencia, Maracay, Barquisimeto
Currency: Venezuelan Bolívar (VES)
Technology: Electronic tags, manual toll booths, automated systems
Operators: COBREMEX, regional concessionaires, government authorities

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Do I Need Electronic Tags for Venezuela Autopistas? 2025 Update

No, electronic tags are not mandatory for Venezuelan autopistas, but they provide significant advantages. Venezuela operates a dual system where you can pay tolls using electronic tags (TelePase, Televia, Autopase, CobreTag) or traditional cash/card payments at toll booths.

Key Benefits: Electronic payment systems like CobreTag offer contactless transactions, faster passage through toll plazas, and reduced COVID-19 transmission risk. They also provide digital receipts and eliminate the need for exact change.

2025 Update: CobreTag is now available nationwide at all COBREMEX toll plazas across multiple states including Distrito Capital, Aragua, Falcón, Portuguesa, Lara, Anzoátegui, Yaracuy, Sucre, and Trujillo, significantly expanding electronic payment coverage.

Venezuela Toll Costs: Current Rates

Venezuela operates toll roads primarily on major autopistas connecting key cities, with rates varying by vehicle class and toll plaza location. The most recent tariff updates were implemented in December 2023.

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Vehicle Category	Description	Current Rate (VES)	Last Update
Vehículo Liviano	Passenger cars, motorcycles, light vehicles	No adjustment since 2023	Maintained current rates
Vehículo de Carga 2 Ejes	2-axle trucks, commercial vehicles	85.00 VES	December 2023
Vehículo de Carga 3 Ejes	3-axle trucks, medium heavy vehicles	128.00 VES	December 2023
Vehículo de Carga 4 Ejes	4-axle trucks, large commercial vehicles	170.00 VES	December 2023
Vehículo de Carga 5 Ejes	5-axle trucks, heavy transport	213.00 VES	December 2023
Vehículo de Carga Pesada 6 Ejes	6-axle heavy trucks, extra-heavy transport	255.00 VES	December 2023

Major Autopista Routes

Autopista Regional del Centro: Caracas to Valencia (primary toll corridor)

Autopista del Este: Valencia eastern bypass and connections

Autopista Panamericana: Cross-country connections to Colombian border

Autopista Centro Occidental: Connections to Barquisimeto and western regions

How to Pay Venezuela Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods in Venezuela:

1. Electronic Payment Systems:

• TelePase: Widely accepted electronic toll tag system
• Televia: Alternative electronic payment option
• Autopase: Electronic transponder for automated toll collection
• CobreTag: COBREMEX smart payment system with RF technology

2. Traditional Payment Methods:

• Cash: Venezuelan Bolívar accepted at attended toll booths
• Credit/Debit Cards: Accepted at most modern toll plazas
• Mobile Payment: Limited availability at select locations

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Venezuelan autopistas, use TollGuru Venezuela toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Tariff Updates:

• December 2023: Major toll rate adjustments for heavy vehicles (2-6 axles)
• Light vehicle rates maintained at current levels (no increases)
• Published in Official Gazette No. 42,661 with Resolution No. 0314-2023
• Rates differentiated by axle count for better cost equity

Electronic Payment Expansion:

• CobreTag system expanded to multiple states nationwide
• Available at all COBREMEX toll plazas in 9 states
• Contactless technology reduces COVID-19 transmission risk
• Digital receipts and automated account management

Network Coverage:

• CobreTag available in: Distrito Capital, Aragua, Falcón, Portuguesa
• Extended coverage: Lara, Anzoátegui, Yaracuy, Sucre, Trujillo
• Integration with major autopistas and regional highways
• Improved toll plaza efficiency and reduced wait times

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

• Caracas to Valencia: Multiple toll plazas on Autopista Regional del Centro
• Electronic tags provide convenience and potential time savings
• Heavy vehicles face higher rates based on axle configuration
• Light vehicles benefit from maintained rate levels

Route Options:

• Autopistas provide faster, safer travel compared to secondary roads
• Alternative routes available but with longer travel times
• Peak hours may result in longer queues at toll plazas
• Electronic payment reduces waiting time significantly

Travel Tips:

• Consider electronic tags for frequent travelers
• Carry sufficient Venezuelan Bolívars for cash payments
• Check current exchange rates due to currency volatility
• Plan for potential toll plaza delays during peak travel times

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I travel Venezuelan autopistas without paying tolls?

No, tolls are mandatory on Venezuelan autopistas. Alternative routes exist through secondary roads, but these are typically in poorer condition with longer travel times and potential safety concerns.

What happens if I don't have electronic payment or exact change?

Most toll plazas accept credit/debit cards and can provide change for cash payments. However, having exact change or electronic payment methods speeds up the process significantly.

Are toll rates the same for all autopistas?

Toll rates are standardized by vehicle category nationwide, but the number of toll plazas varies by route. Longer routes like Caracas-Valencia will have multiple toll collection points.

Do foreign vehicles pay different rates?

No, all vehicles pay the same rates regardless of nationality or registration. Tolls are based solely on vehicle category and axle configuration.

How do I get electronic toll tags?

CobreTag can be purchased and recharged at any COBREMEX toll plaza nationwide. Other systems like TelePase, Televia, and Autopase are available through their respective providers and authorized dealers.

Venezuela vs. Regional Countries

Country	System Type	Payment Methods	Coverage
Venezuela	Mixed electronic & manual	TelePase, Televia, Autopase, cash	Major autopistas
Colombia	Electronic predominant	Via TAG, cash, cards	National highway network
Brazil	Comprehensive electronic	Sem Parar, ConectCar, cash	Extensive highway network
Guyana	Limited toll roads	Manual collection	Selected bridges/routes
Argentina	TelePASE system	TelePASE, cash, cards	Major highway routes

Useful Links & Resources

Electronic Payment Providers:

• COBREMEX - CobreTag system and toll plaza operations
• TelePase - Electronic toll collection service
• Televia - Alternative electronic payment system
• Autopase - Automated toll transponder service

Government Authorities:

• Ministry of Transportation - National toll policy and regulations
• Regional governments - Local toll plaza administration
• Traffic and transportation authorities - Road safety and enforcement

Regional Toll Information:

• Colombia Toll Roads - Northern neighbor toll system
• Brazil Toll Highways - Eastern neighbor comprehensive network
• Guyana Toll Roads - Eastern neighbor limited system
• Argentina Toll Roads - Regional South American comparison
• Peru Toll Roads - Regional Pacific coast comparison

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