When is the highway toll-free?
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Normally, the highway toll-free periods are during four national statutory holidays: the Spring Festival, Tomb-sweeping Day, Labor Day, and National Day, as well as other statutory holidays or consecutive rest days determined by the State Council in the same year. Here is more related information: Notes: The vehicle types eligible for toll-free passage are based on the vehicle type indicated in the vehicle license. Eligible vehicles include micro buses, sedans, small buses, small off-road vehicles with 7 seats or fewer, and motorcycles allowed on ordinary toll roads. However, micro trucks, light trucks, and special operation vehicles are not included.
The expressway toll-free policy is mainly implemented during major holidays such as the Spring Festival, Tomb-Sweeping Day, Labor Day, and National Day, and it only applies during the official holiday periods. For example, this year's National Day toll-free period starts at 00:00 on October 1st and ends at 24:00 on October 7th. However, it's important to note that the toll-free status is determined by the time you exit the expressway. Even if you enter during the toll-free period, you will have to pay the full toll if you exit after the toll-free period ends. Additionally, the toll-free policy only applies to passenger vehicles with 7 seats or fewer, while vehicles like pickup trucks or 8-seater business vans are subject to normal toll charges. I take advantage of this policy every year to drive back to my hometown, saving hundreds in toll fees. But be aware that traffic is extremely heavy during holidays, so I recommend either leaving early or traveling during off-peak hours.
