Highway and Bridge Tolls Increased on July 1
As of July 1, 2026, highway and bridge toll prices have been increased. Learn the new prices of Osmangazi, 1915 Çanakkale and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge.
According to the official announcement made by the General Directorate of Highways, a new price regulation has been made in highway and bridge toll prices across the country as of July 1, 2026. This increased tariff, which covers all crossing points operated with the Public-Private Sector Cooperation model, was put into effect at midnight between June 30 and July 1.
This significant increase in transportation costs will directly affect both personal vehicle owners and commercial transportation drivers. The current tariff details in question can be accessed via the website of the General Directorate of Highways.
- Highway and bridge toll prices have been rearranged as of July 1, 2026.
- The Osmangazi and 1915 Çanakkale Bridge toll price was determined as 1,170 TL for cars.
- The total increase rate since the beginning of the year has reached 47.6 percent.
Raise Rates Affect Drivers Deeply
With the new tariffs coming into force, a significant increase was observed in the transit costs, especially of large bridges. The 1,170 TL toll price set for Osmangazi Bridge and 1915 Çanakkale Bridge has become the new standard for vehicles in the car segment.
On the other hand, the new price determined for 1st class vehicles on the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge was announced as 110 TL. Drivers are faced with a total cost difference of 47.6 percent, with the increases in the first half of the year.
The total increase rate since the beginning of the year has reached 47.6 percent, putting a strain on driver budgets.
Expenses Nearly Doubled
This pricing policy applied in transportation infrastructure projects in Türkiye is determined within the framework of operating costs and current economic conditions.
In the statement made by the General Directorate of Highways, it is emphasized that the prices have been revised in line with the principles of public and private sector cooperation. This increase constitutes a significant cost item in travel plans, especially for citizens traveling between cities. These costs, combined with fuel and maintenance costs, as well as toll prices, bring sustainability into question in the field of transportation.
The newly determined tariffs became valid at all crossing points as of July 1.
Tariff Details Are Followed Online
The official website of the General Directorate of Highways, kgm.gov.tr, is pointed out so that drivers can instantly follow the prices changing according to vehicle classes. These prices, which vary depending on vehicle classification, are brought to the attention of drivers to avoid any disruptions at crossing points. It is important to check toll prices in advance, especially for highway use, in terms of budget planning.
What do you think about this latest increase in highway and bridge toll prices? You can share with us in the comments section how increasing transportation costs will change your travel habits.
