Uruguay Toll Roads Complete Guide: Telepeaje, SUCIVE, Rates & Payment 2026
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Uruguay Toll Roads Complete Guide
System: 100% automated electronic tolling since May 2024 — no cash accepted
Operator: Corporación Vial del Uruguay (CVU), concessionaires under MTOP
Currency: Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Coverage: 15 toll plazas on national routes (Rutas 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, 11 and Interbalnearia)
Technology: Telepeaje RFID TAG + SUCIVE automatic license-plate recognition (ANPR)
Do I Need a Telepeaje TAG for Uruguay? 2026 Update
No — you do not need a Telepeaje TAG to use Uruguay's national highways. Since May 2024, all 15 toll plazas operate as fully automated, cashless gantries. If you have no TAG, the SUCIVE system photographs your licence plate and charges you automatically after the trip. However, driving with a TAG saves you approximately UYU $45 per plaza compared to the SUCIVE rate.
Key Reality: For a Montevideo–Punta del Este round trip via the Ruta Interbalnearia, a car without a TAG pays UYU $414 (2 × $207 SUCIVE) versus UYU $324 (2 × $162 Telepeaje) — a difference of $90 UYU per round trip. Frequent travellers and truck operators save significantly with the TAG.
2026 Update: Current rates are set by Decreto S/N/025, in force from 12 December 2025 through the next scheduled update on 1 June 2026. All values include IVA at the basic rate. Uruguay's rates are adjusted twice a year (1 June and 1 December) in line with the consumer price index (IPC).
Uruguay Toll Costs: Current Rates (2026)
Uruguay charges tolls per direction of travel at each plaza. Rates differ by vehicle category and payment method. The following tariffs are in force from 12 December 2025 under Decreto S/N/025 (MTOP), and remain valid until 1 June 2026.
Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Category (Decreto S/N/025 — Valid to June 2026)
| Category | Vehicle Type | Telepeaje (UYU) | Basic / Cash (UYU) | SUCIVE (UYU) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cat. 1 | Cars & pickups (2 axles, 4 non-dual wheels, plus 1-axle trailer) | $162 | $190.20 | $207 |
| Cat. 2 | Tractors (without semi-trailer) & buses up to 25 passengers | $162 | $190.20 | $207 |
| Cat. 3 | Freight vehicles / equipment up to 3 axles and 6 wheels | $217 | $255.02 | $278 |
| Cat. 4 | Buses over 25 passengers | $217 | $255.02 | $278 |
| Cat. 5 | Freight vehicles / equipment with 3 axles and more than 6 wheels | $217 | $255.02 | $278 |
| Cat. 6 | Vehicles / equipment with 4 or more axles (non-tritrenes) | $443 | $520.66 | $568 |
| Cat. 7 | Tritrenes (vehicles with three trailers) | $741 | $871.31 | $950 |
Source: MTOP Decreto S/N/025, effective 12 December 2025. Rates per direction of travel, IVA included. Next scheduled adjustment: 1 June 2026.
Example Journey Costs for Cars (Category 1, 2026)
| Route | Plazas | Telepeaje Total | SUCIVE Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montevideo → Punta del Este (Ruta Interbalnearia, ~90 km) | 2 (Pando km 32 + Solís km 81) | $324 UYU (~USD 8) | $414 UYU (~USD 10) |
| Montevideo → Colonia del Sacramento (Ruta 1, ~177 km) | 2 (Barra de Santa Lucía km 23 + Cufré km 107) | $324 UYU (~USD 8) | $414 UYU (~USD 10) |
| Montevideo → Rivera (Ruta 5, ~500 km) | 3 (Mendoza km 67 + Centenario km 246 + Manuel Díaz km 423) | $486 UYU (~USD 12) | $621 UYU (~USD 15) |
| Montevideo → Chuy (Ruta 9, ~274 km) | 2 (Capilla de Cella km 79 + Garzón km 191) | $324 UYU (~USD 8) | $414 UYU (~USD 10) |
| Montevideo → Treinta y Tres (Ruta 8, ~280 km) | 2 (Soca km 50 + Cebollatí km 206) | $324 UYU (~USD 8) | $414 UYU (~USD 10) |
USD conversions approximate at UYU 40/USD. Rates are per direction of travel.
Uruguay's 15 Toll Plaza Locations (2026)
Uruguay operates 15 toll plazas across its national highway network, all managed by concessionaires under the MTOP. All are fully automated since May 2024 — there are no staffed cash booths anywhere on the network.
| Route | Plaza Name / Location | Kilometre Mark |
|---|---|---|
| Ruta 1 | Barra de Santa Lucía | km 23.5 |
| Ruta 1 | Cufré | km 107.3 |
| Ruta 2 | Mercedes | km 284.4 |
| Ruta 3 | Paso del Puerto | km 245.2 |
| Ruta 3 | Queguay | km 392.7 |
| Ruta 5 | Mendoza | km 67.7 |
| Ruta 5 | Centenario | km 246.3 |
| Ruta 5 | Manuel Díaz | km 423.2 |
| Ruta 8 | Soca | km 50.5 |
| Ruta 8 | Cebollatí | km 206.2 |
| Ruta 9 | Capilla de Cella | km 79.5 |
| Ruta 9 | Garzón | km 191 |
| Ruta 11 | Santa Lucía | km 81 |
| Ruta Interbalnearia | Pando | km 32.4 |
| Ruta Interbalnearia | Solís | km 81 |
How to Pay Uruguay Tolls (2026)
Uruguay's system is 100% automated since May 2024. There are no cash lanes and no staffed booths at any plaza. Payment happens through one of two methods:
1. Telepeaje (Electronic TAG — Cheapest Option)
- RFID TAG device affixed to the windscreen communicates with plaza antennas; barrier lifts automatically without stopping
- Discounted rate: UYU $162 per plaza for cars (Category 1) — approximately UYU $45 cheaper than SUCIVE per pass
- TAG devices available at customer service offices located at toll plazas and in major shopping centres across Montevideo
- Requires a valid national ID (cédula) or passport, and vehicle registration details
- Account top-up available online via telepeaje.com.uy, phone, or in person at any CVU office
- Commercial transport companies using owned or leased vehicles who pre-pay receive an additional 20% discount on standard rates
2. SUCIVE (Automatic Plate Recognition — No TAG Required)
- ANPR cameras photograph the licence plate at every gantry; the charge is automatically linked to the registered vehicle owner
- Payment collected via Uruguay's DGI tax authority billing system within 60 days of the trip
- Rate: UYU $207 per plaza for cars (Category 1) — applicable to foreign-plated vehicles and Uruguayan vehicles without TAG
- Foreign tourists: SUCIVE charges are billed to the plate; outstanding debts may affect future vehicle registration renewals for Uruguayan vehicles
- 60-day payment window — after which a monthly surcharge applies per MTOP regulations
3. Exemptions (no charge)
- Bicycles, motorcycles, tricycles, quadricycles (with or without motor), carriages, and horse riders
- Agricultural and road machinery
- Official national and departmental government vehicles with an electronic identification device attached to the windscreen
To calculate your exact toll costs for any route across Uruguay's national highway network, use TollGuru's Uruguay toll calculator:
Recent Changes (2026)
December 2025 Rate Update (Currently Active):
- Decreto S/N/025 took effect on 12 December 2025, replacing the previous June 2025 schedule (Decreto 119/025)
- Category 1 Telepeaje rose from UYU $156 to UYU $162; SUCIVE from UYU $200 to UYU $207
- Category 6 (heavy multi-axle) Telepeaje increased from UYU $435 to UYU $443; SUCIVE from UYU $558 to UYU $568
- Tritrenes (Cat. 7) Telepeaje rose from UYU $728 to UYU $741; SUCIVE from UYU $934 to UYU $950
- All rates include IVA at the basic rate; next scheduled adjustment: 1 June 2026
Full Automation Completed (May 2024):
- As of May 2024, all 15 plazas are fully automated with no cash lanes — the completion of Uruguay's USD $950 million road infrastructure programme
- All drivers, including foreign visitors, now pass through electronic gantries; plate-based SUCIVE billing applies automatically to those without a TAG
New Government — Rate Adjustment Schedule Maintained:
- President Yamandú Orsi (Frente Amplio, inaugurated March 2025) has maintained the biannual IPC-linked adjustment cycle established under the previous administration
- The June 2025 adjustment (Decreto 119/025) and the December 2025 adjustment (Decreto S/N/025) were both signed by President Orsi, confirming continuity of the CVU concession framework
Uruguay vs. South American Neighbours (2026)
| Country | System Type | Typical Car Cost (per plaza) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | 100% electronic (Telepeaje + SUCIVE) | UYU $162–$207 (~USD 4–5) | 15 plazas; cash abolished May 2024 |
| Argentina | Electronic + cash (TELEPASE / AUPASS) | ARS 1,000–5,000+ (~USD 1–5) | Dense network; cash still accepted at many plazas |
| Brazil | Electronic + cash (Sem Parar / ConectCar) | BRL 3–25 (~USD 1–5) | Extensive concessioned network; moving toward full automation |
| Chile | 100% electronic (TAG) | CLP 1,000–4,500 (~USD 1–5) | Fully cashless urban expressways; Santiago network extensive |
| Paraguay | Cash + limited electronic | PYG 5,000–15,000 (~USD 1–2) | Limited network; cash dominant at manned plazas |
Planning Your Journey in Uruguay
Cost Considerations:
- Montevideo–Punta del Este round trip (car): UYU $648 Telepeaje / UYU $828 SUCIVE
- Montevideo–Rivera round trip (car, Ruta 5): UYU $972 Telepeaje / UYU $1,242 SUCIVE
- Daily commuter savings with Telepeaje vs SUCIVE: approximately UYU $90 per day for a two-plaza route
- Motorcycles and bicycles: free at all plazas
Tips for Foreign Visitors and Rental Car Drivers:
- Foreign licence plates are captured automatically by SUCIVE — no payment is needed at the gantry, but charges are billed to the registered owner's address
- Rental companies may pass SUCIVE charges on to customers after the rental period; confirm the toll policy before collecting your vehicle
- If staying more than a few days, obtaining a Telepeaje TAG is cost-effective; devices are available at any plaza customer service office
- Do not attempt to obscure or alter licence plates — penalties of 15× the toll rate apply; repeat offences attract 30× penalties
Toll-Free Alternatives:
- Secondary departmental roads run parallel to most national routes; significantly slower but toll-free
- Google Maps and Waze both support "avoid tolls" routing within Uruguay
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay cash at Uruguay toll plazas in 2026?
No. Cash payments were eliminated in May 2024 when the network completed its full automation. All plazas are now cashless electronic gantries. Payment is only via Telepeaje TAG or automatic SUCIVE plate-recognition billing.
What is SUCIVE and how does it affect me as a tourist?
SUCIVE (Sistema Único de Cobro de Ingresos Vehiculares) is Uruguay's automatic number-plate billing system. As your car passes each gantry, cameras read your plate and a charge of UYU $207 (Category 1, 2026) is recorded. For rental cars, this is typically billed through the rental company. For foreign-registered personal vehicles, it is billed to the registered owner via the DGI collection system with a 60-day payment window.
Do motorcycles pay tolls in Uruguay?
No. Motorcycles, bicycles, tricycles, quadricycles, and horse-drawn carriages are fully exempt from toll charges at all 15 national plazas under current MTOP regulations.
When will Uruguay's tolls next be updated?
The current schedule (Decreto S/N/025) is valid through 31 May 2026. The next adjustment is due on 1 June 2026, based on IPC (consumer price index) variation and other economic factors determined by the MTOP.
What happens if I don't pay Uruguay tolls?
Under MTOP regulations, SUCIVE charges must be paid within 60 days of notification. After 60 days a monthly surcharge applies. Vehicles with altered or missing plates face a fine of 15× the applicable toll rate; repeat offences attract fines of 30×. Outstanding debts can affect vehicle registration renewals for Uruguayan-plated vehicles.
Do tourists pay different toll rates?
No. All vehicles pay the same category rate regardless of nationality. Tourists without a Telepeaje TAG are automatically charged the SUCIVE rate (UYU $207 for cars), which is higher than the Telepeaje rate (UYU $162). There are no tourist-specific surcharges or discounts.
Useful Links & Resources
South American Toll Networks:
- Argentina — Dense toll network; TELEPASE and AUPASS electronic systems; major routes connecting Buenos Aires to Uruguay border crossings
- Brazil — Extensive concessioned federal highway tolls; Sem Parar and ConectCar electronic tags
- Chile — Fully electronic cashless urban expressways; Santiago network serves millions of commuters
- Paraguay — Limited toll network; cash-dominant at manned plazas
- Peru — Concession toll roads on Pan-American Highway corridor
- Colombia — National toll network managed by INVIAS and ANI concessions
- Bolivia — Limited toll infrastructure; mostly toll-free national highways
- Ecuador — Tolled national highways; electronic and cash options available
- Venezuela — Nominally tolled motorways; infrastructure in varying condition
- Suriname — Completely toll-free road network
- Guyana — Toll-free road network; left-hand traffic
Official Contacts & Resources:
- Telepeaje customer service: +598 2916 3288 — Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00
- Telepeaje WhatsApp: 098 998 368 — Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00
- MTOP official tariff page: gub.uy/ministerio-transporte-obras-publicas
- CVU (Corporación Vial del Uruguay): cvu.com.uy
