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== Costa Rica Toll Roads: Costs, Routes & Everything You Need to Know ==
 
== Costa Rica Toll Roads: Costs, Routes & Everything You Need to Know ==
Costa Rica offers a well-developed road network connecting its beautiful beaches, rainforests, volcanoes, and charming towns. While the majority of roads are free to use, there are a few strategically placed toll roads, Costa Rica has a relatively small network of toll roads, concentrated around San Jose and other major urban areas.
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Costa Rica has a well-developed road network connecting its beautiful beaches, rainforests, volcanoes, and charming towns. While most roads are free, a few toll roads are strategically placed, mainly around San Jose and other major urban areas. Cash is the most common payment method at toll booths, with both colones (CRC) and US dollars accepted. Some tolls may accept credit cards, but the exchange rate might be unfavorable. It's best to carry some colones (CRC) for toll payments, as not all booths accept credit cards. </br>
Cash is the most common payment method at toll booths, with both colones (CRC) and US dollars accepted. Some tolls might have credit card options, but the exchange rate might be less favorable. Always carry some colones (CRC) for toll payments, as not all booths may accept credit cards.
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Use the [https://tollguru.com/toll-calculator-costa-rica Costa Rica Toll Calculator] to calculate the tolls and fuel costs to travel across the entire country.  
Use the [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-calculator-costa-rica Costa Rica Toll Calculator] to calculate the tolls and fuel costs to travel across the entire country.
 
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== Costa Rica toll road Highway ==
 
== Costa Rica toll road Highway ==
 
For efficient road maintenance and toll collection, the toll roads in Costa Rica are operated by the government. The main toll roads are the Ruta 27, Ruta 1and Convai, both overseen by government agencies and private companies.
 
For efficient road maintenance and toll collection, the toll roads in Costa Rica are operated by the government. The main toll roads are the Ruta 27, Ruta 1and Convai, both overseen by government agencies and private companies.
* <b>Ruta 27:</b> National Route 27, more popularly known as the San José - Caldera Highway, is a primary intermountain route 77 kilometers long. It is located between San José (the capital of Costa Rica) and Caldera, the country's main commercial port on the Pacific Ocean, Autopistas del Sol installed 4 toll stations at strategic points, which have very variable amounts: Escazú, San Rafael (Coyol), Balsa de Atenas, and Pozón de Orotina.
 
* <b>Ruta 1:</b> Listed as Primary National Route 1 or simply Route 1, is one of two sections of the Pan-American Highway that pass through Costa Rica, the other being the South Inter-American Highway (Route 2). It is the primary highway of the Costa Rican road network. It is divided into three segments: General Cañas Highway (San José-Alajuela), Bernardo Soto Highway (Alajuela-San Ramón), and North Inter-American Highway (San Ramón-Peñas Blancas).
 
* <b>Convai:</b>  General Cañas highways and Bernardo Soto, Route No.2 Florencio del Castillo highway, Route No.27 Próspero Fernández highway. The section of the Braulio Carrillo highway begins at the facilities of the newspaper La República, in Barrio Tournón and ends at the beginning of route 24 7 in Guápiles (street to La Emilia), with a total length of 63.4 kilometers. The payment method on this road is with an automated collection system, which means that the user can pay with cash or by electronic payment with a QuickPass card.
 
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* Ruta 27: <ref>[https://globalviaruta27.com/about-us/ Ruta 27]</ref>: National Route 27, commonly known as the San José - Caldera Highway, is a major 77-kilometer intermountain route between San José, the capital of Costa Rica, and Caldera, the main commercial port on the Pacific Ocean. Autopistas del Sol has installed four toll stations at strategic points along this route: Escazú, San Rafael (Coyol), Balsa de Atenas, and Pozón de Orotina. The toll amounts at these stations vary significantly.
   
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* Ruta 1: <ref>[https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruta_1_(Costa_Rica) Ruta 1]</ref>: Listed as Primary National Route 1, or simply Route 1, this highway is one of two sections of the Pan-American Highway in Costa Rica, the other being the South Inter-American Highway (Route 2). It is the primary highway of Costa Rica's road network, divided into three segments: General Cañas Highway (San José to Alajuela), Bernardo Soto Highway (Alajuela to San Ramón), and North Inter-American Highway (San Ramón to Peñas Blancas).
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* Convai: <ref>[https://conavi.go.cr/peajes Conavi]</ref>: The General Cañas and Bernardo Soto highways, Route No. 2 Florencio del Castillo Highway, and Route No. 27 Próspero Fernández Highway are key routes in Costa Rica. The Braulio Carrillo Highway section starts at the La República newspaper facilities in Barrio Tournón and ends at the beginning of Route 27 in Guápiles (street to La Emilia), covering 63.4 kilometers. This road uses an automated toll collection system, allowing payments with cash or electronically via the QuickPass card.
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== Does Costa Rica have Toll Roads? ==
 
== Does Costa Rica have Toll Roads? ==
 
Costa Rica has several operational toll roads, including Florencio del Castillo, Carretera Braulio Carrillo, Ruta 27, and Ruta 1, among others.
 
Costa Rica has several operational toll roads, including Florencio del Castillo, Carretera Braulio Carrillo, Ruta 27, and Ruta 1, among others.
 
 
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== What is the Quick Pass system on Route 27, and how does it work? ==
 
== What is the Quick Pass system on Route 27, and how does it work? ==
 
The Quick Pass system on Route 27 is a transponder-based system that allows vehicles to pass through toll booths with minimal stoppage. These lanes are exclusive to vehicles equipped with the Quick Pass transponder.
 
The Quick Pass system on Route 27 is a transponder-based system that allows vehicles to pass through toll booths with minimal stoppage. These lanes are exclusive to vehicles equipped with the Quick Pass transponder.
 
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== Do rental cars in Costa Rica come equipped with transponders for toll payment? ==
 
== Do rental cars in Costa Rica come equipped with transponders for toll payment? ==
 
No, rental cars in Costa Rica typically do not have transponders for toll payments. Therefore, renters must use the "Manual" lanes at toll booths and pay the fee in cash or by credit card.
 
No, rental cars in Costa Rica typically do not have transponders for toll payments. Therefore, renters must use the "Manual" lanes at toll booths and pay the fee in cash or by credit card.
 
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== Are electronic toll payments available in Costa Rica? ==
 
== Are electronic toll payments available in Costa Rica? ==
 
Yes, Costa Rica has an electronic toll payment system.
 
Yes, Costa Rica has an electronic toll payment system.
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== Costa Rica toll road price ==
 
== Costa Rica toll road price ==
 
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  <caption> Toll charges for major bridges and plazas in Costa Rica </caption>
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    <th>Toll Road</th>
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        <td>Florencio del Castillo</td>
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        <td>75.00</td>
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    <td>Florencio del Castillo</td>
        <td>75.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">75.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">75.00</td>
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        <td>Carretera Braulio Carrillo</td>
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        <td>250.00</td>
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    <td>Carretera Braulio Carrillo</td>
        <td>250.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">250.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">250.00</td>
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        <td>Escazú - Ciudad Colón</td>
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        <td>200.00</td>
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    <td>Escazú - Ciudad Colón</td>
        <td>200.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">200.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">200.00</td>
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        <td>Rampa Pozón</td>
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        <td> 600.00</td>
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    <td>Rampa - Pozón</td>
        <td>600.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">600.00</td>
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    <td style="text-align: right;">600.00</td>
 
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== How to pay toll in Costa Rica ==
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Most of the Costa Ricaian toll facilities have both electronic lanes and cash/card lanes. They accept the following three payment methods:
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Using a Toll tag is preferred to pay tolls because they offer discounts and can also be used on multiple parking spaces. The toll tags valid throughout Ecuador are:
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* Quick Pass <ref>[https://globalviaruta27.com/quick-pass/ Quick Pass]</ref>
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* Sem Parar <ref>[https://www.semparar.com.br/ Sem Parar]</ref>
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* ConectCar <ref>[https://www.conectcar.com/ ConectCar]</ref>
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* C6 Taggy <ref>[https://www.c6bank.com.br/c6-tag/ C6 Taggy]</ref>
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* Move Mais <ref>[https://movemais.com/ Move Mais]</ref>
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* Veloe <ref>[https://veloe.com.br/ Veloe]</ref>
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== See also ==
== How to pay toll in Costa Rica? ==
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Most of the Costa Rican toll facilities have both electronic lanes and cash/card lanes. They accept the following payment methods:
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* Cash
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/mexico-toll Mexico tolls]
* Transponder
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/canada-toll Canada tolls]
* Tag
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Tolls in Costa Rica depend on the toll facility, vehicle type, and payment method. Here are some of the most important Costa Rican cities
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* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/us-toll US tolls]
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* [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/peru-toll Peru tolls]
 
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== See also ==
 
* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/argentina-toll Argentina]
 
* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/chile-toll Chile]
 
* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/brazil-toll-highways-concessionaries-price Brazil]
 
* [https://www.tollguru.com/toll-wiki/colombia-toll Colombia]
 
 
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Costa Rica Toll Roads: Costs, Routes & Everything You Need to Know

Costa Rica has a well-developed road network connecting its beautiful beaches, rainforests, volcanoes, and charming towns. While most roads are free, a few toll roads are strategically placed, mainly around San Jose and other major urban areas. Cash is the most common payment method at toll booths, with both colones (CRC) and US dollars accepted. Some tolls may accept credit cards, but the exchange rate might be unfavorable. It's best to carry some colones (CRC) for toll payments, as not all booths accept credit cards.
Use the Costa Rica Toll Calculator to calculate the tolls and fuel costs to travel across the entire country.

Costa Rica toll road Highway

For efficient road maintenance and toll collection, the toll roads in Costa Rica are operated by the government. The main toll roads are the Ruta 27, Ruta 1and Convai, both overseen by government agencies and private companies.

  • Ruta 27: [1]: National Route 27, commonly known as the San José - Caldera Highway, is a major 77-kilometer intermountain route between San José, the capital of Costa Rica, and Caldera, the main commercial port on the Pacific Ocean. Autopistas del Sol has installed four toll stations at strategic points along this route: Escazú, San Rafael (Coyol), Balsa de Atenas, and Pozón de Orotina. The toll amounts at these stations vary significantly.
  • Ruta 1: [2]: Listed as Primary National Route 1, or simply Route 1, this highway is one of two sections of the Pan-American Highway in Costa Rica, the other being the South Inter-American Highway (Route 2). It is the primary highway of Costa Rica's road network, divided into three segments: General Cañas Highway (San José to Alajuela), Bernardo Soto Highway (Alajuela to San Ramón), and North Inter-American Highway (San Ramón to Peñas Blancas).
  • Convai: [3]: The General Cañas and Bernardo Soto highways, Route No. 2 Florencio del Castillo Highway, and Route No. 27 Próspero Fernández Highway are key routes in Costa Rica. The Braulio Carrillo Highway section starts at the La República newspaper facilities in Barrio Tournón and ends at the beginning of Route 27 in Guápiles (street to La Emilia), covering 63.4 kilometers. This road uses an automated toll collection system, allowing payments with cash or electronically via the QuickPass card.

Does Costa Rica have Toll Roads?

Costa Rica has several operational toll roads, including Florencio del Castillo, Carretera Braulio Carrillo, Ruta 27, and Ruta 1, among others.

What is the Quick Pass system on Route 27, and how does it work?

The Quick Pass system on Route 27 is a transponder-based system that allows vehicles to pass through toll booths with minimal stoppage. These lanes are exclusive to vehicles equipped with the Quick Pass transponder.

Do rental cars in Costa Rica come equipped with transponders for toll payment?

No, rental cars in Costa Rica typically do not have transponders for toll payments. Therefore, renters must use the "Manual" lanes at toll booths and pay the fee in cash or by credit card.

Are electronic toll payments available in Costa Rica?

Yes, Costa Rica has an electronic toll payment system.

Costa Rica toll road price

Toll charges for major bridges and plazas in Costa Rica
Toll Road Toll Price for Tags Toll Price for Cash
Florencio del Castillo ₡ 75.00 ₡ 75.00
Carretera Braulio Carrillo ₡ 250.00 ₡ 250.00
Escazú - Ciudad Colón ₡ 200.00 ₡ 200.00
Rampa - Pozón ₡ 600.00 ₡ 600.00

How to pay toll in Costa Rica

Most of the Costa Ricaian toll facilities have both electronic lanes and cash/card lanes. They accept the following three payment methods:

  • Toll tag
  • Cash
  • Credit / Debit card

Using a Toll tag is preferred to pay tolls because they offer discounts and can also be used on multiple parking spaces. The toll tags valid throughout Ecuador are:

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