Is there a toll on highways during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday?
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Normally, highways are tolled during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, and no free passage is implemented. Below are the specific details about free highway passage: 1. Free passage periods: In 2021, the toll-free periods for highways were during the Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day, totaling 4 national statutory holidays, as well as the consecutive holidays determined by the State Council for these statutory holidays. 2. Eligible vehicles: The vehicles eligible for free passage are passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer (including 7 seats) traveling on toll highways, including motorcycles permitted to travel on ordinary toll highways.
During the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, expressways are generally not toll-free, which I’ve experienced firsthand. China’s toll-free policy for expressways only covers four holidays: Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day. The Mid-Autumn Festival is not included unless it coincides with National Day, as in 2023, when it might be toll-free. However, tolls are the norm in most years. As a frequent traveler, I recommend checking the official website of the transportation department or using the Gaode Map app for notifications to avoid misjudgment. During holidays, traffic volume is high, and tolls can add up quickly. For example, a round trip from Shanghai to Hangzhou could cost over 100 yuan. Installing an ETC can save you some money with discounts—just a little tip. Travel peaks often lead to traffic jams, so safety should come first over saving money. Planning your route to avoid congested sections is better. Don’t forget to bring cash or a card to pay the tolls, and remember that enjoying your trip is what really matters.
