Are there toll roads or a motorway vignette in Denmark?
Free roads, two toll bridges
Short answer
Driving a car on Denmark's road network is free, and there is no vignette for motorways. The two exceptions are the Great Belt Bridge (Storebæltsbroen) and the Øresund Bridge (Øresundsbroen) to Sweden. In 2026 a single trip in a car of 3–6 m over the Great Belt Bridge costs 235 kr. by card or cash, and the Øresund Bridge costs 470 kr. at the toll station as of November 2026. Both bridges are open 24 hours a day and close only in extreme weather.
Why
- No motorway charge for cars.
- Only two bridges charge a toll.
- Both bridges are open 24/7.
Details
Lorries of 12 tonnes and over have paid a kilometre-based road toll since 1 January 2025, but it does not apply to cars.
Tip
If you drive between Copenhagen and Jutland, compare the bridge toll with the train before you go.
What may differ
Bridge prices change from year to year, so check the current price on the bridge websites before the trip.
Common misconception
Many drivers think they need a vignette for Danish motorways, as in Austria or Switzerland.
What actually happens
Danish motorways are free for cars, and only the Great Belt Bridge and the Øresund Bridge charge a toll.
People also ask
- How much is the Great Belt Bridge toll?
- Do you pay both ways on the Øresund Bridge?
- Do lorries pay a road tax in Denmark?
Sources
- VisitDenmark: Toll bridgesChecked at:
- Storebælt: Prices and discountsChecked at:
- Øresundsbron: ØresundGOChecked at:
- Vejafgifter: Kilometre-based and CO2-differentiated road toll for lorriesChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules, fines and fees can change, so check the Danish authorities before you drive.
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What do you have to do if you damage a parked car in Denmark and nobody is there?
Anyone involved in a traffic accident in Denmark must stop at once, whether or not it was their fault.
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How do you get traffic alerts for the Great Belt Bridge by SMS?
To get traffic alerts about the Great Belt Bridge on your phone, send the text BRO INFO to 1245.
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When does the Great Belt Bridge close in strong wind?
At 10–15 m/s, trailers and caravans with an actual total weight under 750 kg may not cross the Great Belt Bridge, and the speed limit drops to 110 km/h.
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How heavy a trailer can you tow on a B driving licence in Denmark?
With a B licence you may always tow a trailer with a permitted total weight of up to 750 kg, as long as the car is allowed to tow.