How many days is the Mid-Autumn Festival toll-free on highways?
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Highways are not toll-free during the Mid-Autumn Festival. Below is relevant information about toll-free highways: 1. Toll-free highway periods: Toll-free periods apply during four national statutory holidays—Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day—as well as the consecutive holidays determined by the State Council for these statutory holidays in the same year. The toll-free period starts at 00:00 on the first day of the holiday and ends at 24:00 on the last day (for ordinary roads, the toll-free status is determined by the time the vehicle passes the toll lane of the toll station; for highways, it is determined by the time the vehicle exits the toll lane at the exit). 2. Relevant laws: The scope of toll-free highways includes those that comply with the "Highway Law of the People's Republic of China" and the "Regulations on the Administration of Toll Roads," and have been legally approved (including toll bridges and tunnels). Whether airport highways are toll-free is decided by the provincial (municipal or autonomous region) governments.
From my driving experience, the Mid-Autumn Festival highway toll exemption usually lasts for 3 full days. I learned about this policy after starting road trips in 2018, remembering that the holiday arrangement back then was a 3-day break, with the free period covering the entire holiday duration. The specific free time window starts at 00:00 on the first day of the holiday and ends at 24:00 on the last day, only applicable to private cars or small passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer. This policy has saved me a lot on fuel costs, like last year when I didn't have to pay toll fees for my round trip back home. Before traveling, I always check the transportation department's APP or official website announcements to confirm the dates, as occasionally the number of holiday days might change due to adjustments. To avoid congestion, I recommend avoiding the morning of the first day and the return peak on the last day—safety is more important, and fatigued driving is dangerous. Overall, the Mid-Autumn Festival free travel is quite convenient.
As the head of the household, I always pay attention to the number of free highway days during the Mid-Autumn Festival when planning our annual family trip, which is usually a full 3 days. The 3-day holiday means 3 days of toll-free travel, covering the entire vacation period. The exemption applies to small passenger vehicles, and our 7-seater MPV fits perfectly, making it economical to take the whole family on a trip. Before traveling, I make it a habit to check the State Council's holiday notice online or follow transportation official accounts to ensure the information is accurate and to avoid last-minute changes. For a smoother journey, I recommend avoiding the early morning rush on the first day and the evening rush on the last day, opting instead for off-peak travel times to reduce traffic congestion and ensure peace of mind. Driving is more convenient for family reunions during the Mid-Autumn Festival, but it's still important to watch for weather changes and bring emergency supplies. Here's a little tip: setting off a day early or delaying departure can make the trip much smoother.
I am familiar with traffic policies. The three-day toll-free period on highways during the Mid-Autumn Festival is a regular arrangement. The free period starts at 00:00 on the first day of the holiday and ends at 24:00 on the last day. Only passenger vehicles with fewer than 7 seats are eligible for the exemption. The policy is based on matching the number of statutory holiday days with the free period, with minimal changes. It is necessary to check official apps like the Ministry of Transport for year-specific details before traveling. The benefit is a significant reduction in travel costs, but avoiding peak travel times improves efficiency. Overall, the policy is stable and practical.
