Essential Hungarian Vignette 2024 Guide: Tips, Facts, and Full Information

Vehicles under 3.5 T

Where do I need the Hungarian vignette?

The notable difference between Hungary and other countries is that most public stretches require the Hungarian vignette, as opposed to only a few toll areas in other countries.

However, there are some exceptions and routes exempt from paying the Hungarian vignette, namely:

1. The M31 and M8 motorways are completely exempt from paying the vignette.
2. Some sections of the M0 expressway are also exempt from tolls. These include:
   • The stretch between the main road number 1 and the M5 motorway.
   • The section between the M4 expressway and the M3 motorway.
   • Megyeri Bridge.
3. Two bypass sections are also free of charge. These include:
   • South-west Pécs section for the M60 motorway.
   • The Kaposvár section for the M9 expressway.
4. There are two expressways that have well-established toll-free sections. These are:
   • The M9 expressway between the number 6 and number 51 trunk roads.
   • The M4 expressway between Vecsés and the road leading to Liszt Ferenc Budapest International Airport.

In general, most public sections in Hungary require the purchase of e vignette Hungary in order to drive legally and without problems on toll roads. However, there are these exceptions that can benefit drivers traveling on specific routes.

Sales points of Hungarian vignette

The vignette for Hungary can be purchased both physically, already on the territory of Romania, at gas stations near the border, as well as in various locations in Hungary. You can choose from several purchase options, including gas stations, travel agencies, various distributors (details available on the Hungary vignette official site) and at the 19 state authority offices.

An important advantage is that the entire process of purchasing the vignette is done online, thus eliminating the need for physical documents and eliminating any sticking of stickers on the windshield. All you need is to provide the car registration number, the country of registration, the vehicle category and the desired validity period for the Hungarian vignette.

It is important to note that you must keep your vignette payment receipt for 2 years from its expiry date, so it is recommended that you store it safely.

Hungarian vignette online

You can pay super fast and easy with the Tollster app!

In just 4 steps, pay the Hungarian vignette online and have no other worries:

Step 1: Enter your vehicle details: Start the vignette purchase process by selecting your country and fill in your vehicle information, including registration number, chassis series, emission class, weight and height.

Step 2: Choosing the validity period of the vignette: Select the validity period you want for the vignette, having the option to choose from the packages set by the country you will be traveling to (for example, 1 day, 7 days, one year, etc.).

Step 3: Enter your billing information: Fill in your billing information once, including name, phone number, email address, billing address, city, country, and zip code, to easily complete the process.

Step 4: Pay the vignette with your bank card: Quickly complete the transaction by paying directly with your bank card in the app. Secure payment ensures the validity of your vignette from the date you selected, so you can travel worry-free!

Hungarian vignette price

In Hungary, the price of the tolls Hungary is determined according to the category of the vehicle to which it belongs.

Here are the categories of vehicles in Hungary:

• D1M – motorcycles;
• D1 – motorcycles, cars under 3.5 tons, with a maximum of 7 people and their trailers;
• D2 – cars that do not fall into category D1, with a capacity of more than 7 people, cargo vehicles under 3.5 tons and caravans;
• B2 – buses;
• U – trailers for vehicles in categories D2 and B2;
• Trucks with a weight greater than 3.5 tons.

So, the prices are:

Hungarian vignette	10 days	1 month	1 year	1 year – county
Category D1M	2750 HUF	4450 HUF	49190 HUF	–
Category D1	5500 HUF	8900 HUF	49190 HUF	5450 HUF
Category D2	8000 HUF	12600 HUF	69830 HUF	10900 HUF
Category B2	17730 HUF	25150 HUF	228850 HUF	21800 HUF
Category U	5500 HUF	8900 HUF	49190 HUF	5450 HUF

Fin for Hungarian vignette

The fine for non-payment of the vignette in Hungary is HUF 16,220 in the first 60 days after the violation was discovered.

If the fine is not paid within this period, the amount increases to HUF 64,850.

Vehicles over 3.5 T

Toll device Hungarian vignette

For trucks, you must use the OBU machine, called HU-GO, to pay the Hungarian vignette.

The OBU device can be loaded with credit in the Pre-pay system from over 500 gas stations operated by companies such as OMV or MOL.

An important advantage is that the OBU adapts to your route, automatically calculating the tolls regardless of the route you choose or if you change it during the trip. This makes travel easier by eliminating the need to purchase fixed-route tickets.

We help you get the HU-GO device, much faster and easier. Enter here to get your Hungary vignette toll device or contact us directly here.

Fixed route ticket

Tickets for transit in Hungary can be purchased from the terminals available in certain gas stations and are valid for 2 days. To purchase these tickets, you must provide the following information:

1. Route (optional, including return) – it is necessary to mention the exact route you are going to take, without deviating from it.
2. Vehicle category – you must specify the category to which your vehicle belongs (B2 buses, U trailers, vehicles or trucks over 3.5 T)
3. Emission class – you need to specify the emission class of the vehicle (if applicable).
4. Number of axles – you must provide the total number of axles the vehicle has.
5. Date – you must specify the exact date of entry into Hungary for which you wish to purchase the transit ticket.

Make sure all this information is correct and complete to get a valid ticket and travel smoothly in Hungary.

Hungarian vignette price

In Hungary, the price of the Hungary motorway vignette is determined according to the category of the vehicle to which it belongs.

Here are the categories of vehicles in Hungary:

• D1M – motorcycles;
• D1 – motorcycles, cars under 3.5 tons, with a maximum of 7 people and their trailers;
• D2 – cars that do not fall into category D1, with a capacity of more than 7 people, cargo vehicles under 3.5 tons and caravans;
• B2 – buses;
• U – trailers for vehicles in categories D2 and B2;
• Trucks with a weight greater than 3.5 tons.

The prices are:

Hungarian vignette	10 days	1 month	1 year	1 year – county
Category D1M	2750 HUF	4450 HUF	49190 HUF	–
Category D1	5500 HUF	8900 HUF	49190 HUF	5450 HUF
Category D2	8000 HUF	12600 HUF	69830 HUF	10900 HUF
Category B2	17730 HUF	25150 HUF	228850 HUF	21800 HUF
Category U	5500 HUF	8900 HUF	49190 HUF	5450 HUF

Amendă vignetă Ungaria

The fine for not complying with the obligation to have a Hungary vignette is different depending on the period of time in which the absence of the Hungary vignette was found

1. For the period up to 60 days from the date of detection: The fine is 72,950 forints.
2. For the period over 60 days from the date of detection: The fine is 291,770 forints.