Record-high cost increases for transport operators starting 1 February 2026

Beginning 1 February 2026, transport and logistics companies must prepare for substantial increases in road toll charges. The e-TOLL rates for heavy goods vehicles and buses will rise by an average of 40–42%. This is one of the largest pricing adjustments since the system was introduced.

What exactly will change?

1. Higher rates for all vehicles over 3.5 tonnes

The new prices will apply to trucks, truck-and-trailer combinations, tractor–semitrailer sets, and buses—regardless of the type of transport service.

2. Expansion of toll road sections

Additional sections of motorways, expressways and national roads will be added to the e-TOLL network, meaning more commonly used freight corridors will become payable.

3. Adjusted rates based on emission class and vehicle category

The updated price list includes revised base rates per kilometre as well as differentiated fees depending on the vehicle’s EURO emission class and category.

Why are the toll fees rising?

1. Increased infrastructure maintenance and development costs

The government aims to raise additional revenue through the e-TOLL system to fund road modernisation and ongoing maintenance.

2. Alignment with EU road tolling standards

The new rates are intended to bring Poland’s toll charges closer to the levels applied in other EU member states, where heavy vehicle tolls are generally higher.

3. Reduction or removal of selected discounts

Some existing reductions will be limited or fully withdrawn, further increasing the actual cost of operating heavy vehicles across paid road sections.

Impact on transport operators

The increase in e-TOLL fees will result in:

• higher operating costs across nearly all toll road routes,
• the need to update kilometre cost calculations and overall transport profitability,
• potential increases in freight rates to maintain service margins,
• renegotiation of customer contracts, especially long-term agreements,
• additional burdens for companies operating on road sections newly added to the toll system.

What should companies do now?

1. Analyse current and planned routes

Check which road segments will become payable and assess how this will affect fleet operations.

2. Recalculate transport costs

Estimate the expected cost increase for your fleet after the new e-TOLL rates take effect.

3. Review contracts with customers

Evaluate agreements — especially where pricing was based on previous kilometre-based cost assumptions.

4. Prepare communication for clients and partners

Inform customers about potential rate adjustments resulting from the increased toll fees.

5. Optimise route planning where possible

Identify alternative routes or scheduling improvements that do not compromise delivery times.

Summary

The e-TOLL price increase coming into force on 1 February 2026 will significantly impact transport and logistics companies. A cost rise exceeding 40% represents a substantial burden, making early preparation essential. Route analysis, cost recalculation, and updating customer offers will help carriers adapt to the new conditions and maintain competitiveness in the market.