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Hungary Highway System Requirements - Which Roads Need Vignette

Complete list of Hungarian highways requiring vignette. M-roads coverage, toll-free sections, and route planning for vignette compliance.

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Understanding Hungary's Toll Road Network

Hungary operates an electronic vignette system known as e-matrica, which is mandatory for driving on toll roads. The system utilizes license plate recognition technology to enforce compliance, meaning that drivers must possess a valid e-vignette prior to entering the toll roads as there are no cash payment options available.


The Hungarian toll network covers approximately 7,000 kilometers of motorways and expressways marked with the letter "M".

  1. Electronic System
    Hungary has transitioned from physical toll stickers to a fully electronic system since January 1, 2008, allowing for more efficient monitoring of road usage through roadside cameras.
  2. Vehicle Categories
    The vignette system applies to all vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, including passenger cars, trailers, and motorhomes.
  3. Enforcement
    Compliance is checked via cameras and mobile units nationwide, with significant penalties for non-compliance.
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Hungarian Highway System

M-Roads Requiring Vignette

Major motorways and expressways in Hungary that require a valid vignette

M1 Motorway

Connects Budapest with Vienna and the western border

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M3 Motorway

Links Budapest with northeastern Hungary and Ukraine

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M5 Motorway

Connects Budapest with Serbia and the southern border

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M7 Motorway

Links Budapest with Lake Balaton and Croatia

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Toll-Free Sections and Exemptions

While most motorways in Hungary require a vignette, certain sections are exempt from tolls. According to regulations effective from February 18, 2022, the following roads can be used without charge:

  • Sections of Highway M0, including the segment between Main Road No. 1 and Highway M5 and the segment between Road M4 and Highway M3
  • Megyeri Bridge between Main Road No. 2 and Main Road No. 11
  • M30 Motorway between Miskolc-South and Miskolc-North junctions
  • Motorway M31 and specific segments of Speedway M4, M60, M76, M8, M80, and M9

Note: As of June 8, 2025, certain sections of the M44 Expressway and the M85 Motorway will require a valid county or national e-vignette.

Complete List of Hungarian Highways

All major motorways and expressways requiring vignette in Hungary

  • M1: Budapest – Győr – Hegyeshalom (Austrian border)
  • M2: Budapest – Vác – Hont (Slovakian border)
  • M3: Budapest – Miskolc – Nyíregyháza
  • M4: Budapest – Cegléd – Szolnok – Debrecen
  • M5: Budapest – Kecskemét – Szeged – Röszke (Serbian border)
  • M6: Budapest – Dunaújváros – Pécs – Bóly (Croatian border)
  • M7: Budapest – Lake Balaton – Nagykanizsa (Croatian border)

  • M0: Budapest ring road (partially toll-free)
  • M8: Completely toll-free
  • M9: Szeged – Székesfehérvár
  • M15: M1 – Bratislava (Slovakian border)
  • M19: M1 – Komárom
  • M25: M3 – Eger
  • M30: M3 – Miskolc (partially toll-free)
  • M31: Completely toll-free
  • M35: M35 – Debrecen – Berettyóújfalu
  • M43: M43 – Szeged – Makó – Nădlac (Romanian border)
  • M44: Kecskemét – Békéscsaba (new sections require vignette)
  • M60: Pécs – Szentlőrinc – Sellye
  • M70: M7 – Letenye (Croatian border)
  • M85: Győr – Csorna – Szombathely (new sections require vignette)
  • M86: Szombathely – Körmend
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Vignette Requirements by Vehicle Category

Different vehicle types have specific vignette requirements in Hungary

D1 Category

Passenger cars up to 3.5 tons and 7 seats

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D1M Category

Motorcycles with special pricing

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D2 Category

Vehicles over 3.5 tons, buses, campers

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U Category

Trailers for D2 and B2 vehicles

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Route Planning for Vignette Compliance

Plan your journey to ensure vignette compliance and avoid penalties

  • County Vignettes: Cost-effective for travel within specific counties
  • Annual Options: Economical for frequent travelers
  • Toll-Free Alternatives: Secondary roads for budget-conscious travelers
  • Multi-Country Planning: Consider neighboring countries' vignette requirements
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Hungarian Highway Route Planning

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hungary highway system requirements

All motorways and expressways marked with "M" in Hungary require a vignette, with some exceptions. Look for road signs indicating vignette requirements at entry points to toll roads. The M31 and M8 motorways are completely exempt from the vignette requirement, and specific sections of the M0 expressway are also toll-free.

If you accidentally enter a toll road without a vignette, you have a 60-minute grace period to purchase one online without incurring penalties. This allows for a degree of leniency for drivers who may not be aware that they have entered a toll road, ensuring they can rectify the situation without immediate penalties.

County vignettes are only valid for toll sections within a selected county and up to the first exit after the county border. If you plan to travel beyond one county, you will need a national vignette. County vignettes are significantly cheaper than national vignettes, making them an economical option for travelers who primarily use toll roads within specific areas.