Is the Expressway Toll-Free During Mid-Autumn Festival?
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Expressway tolls apply during Mid-Autumn Festival. Below are the relevant details about holiday expressway tolls: Holiday Expressway Toll Policies: According to the "National Annual Holidays and Memorial Days Regulations," only during the official holidays of Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day are expressway tolls waived for passenger vehicles with seven seats or fewer (inclusive). Holidays Without Toll-Free Expressway Access: New Year's Day, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival are not included in the toll-free policy. Therefore, expressway tolls were charged during the 2018 Mid-Autumn Festival. 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 period is determined by the time the vehicle passes the toll booth; for expressways, it is determined by the time the vehicle exits the toll lane).
The Mid-Autumn Festival indeed offers free highway tolls. As a veteran driver with over a decade of highway experience, I've always enjoyed this benefit during statutory holidays. As a nationally designated holiday, the Mid-Autumn Festival grants full free highway passage without toll fees—a thoughtful policy that helps everyone save money. However, I must remind you that traffic surges during the free period, especially during urban exodus or peak return trips, often leading to congestion. Personally, I always check navigation in advance and opt for early morning or late-night drives to avoid rush hours and save time. It's also wise to pack water and snacks in case of unexpected delays. Overall, the free toll is a great policy, but prioritize safety over haste—arriving home safely for reunion matters most.
