M50 Toll Fee Calculator — quick estimates for Dublin drivers
Compare Tag (tag account) and Pay‑by‑Plate (video) prices, check typical rates by vehicle class and plan your trips across the M50.
- Instant estimates — *** account required
- See per-trip and monthly totals
- Compare payment methods and savings
Toll fee estimator
Select vehicle type, payment method and estimated trips to see your per-trip and monthly cost. This is an estimate — official tolls and penalties are set by Irish authorities.
Estimate result
Quick rate reference
| Vehicle | Tag | Pay‑by‑Plate |
|---|---|---|
| Car (Class 1) | €3.00 | €3.90 |
| Van (Class 2) | €4.25 | €5.10 |
| Heavy (Class 3) | €8.00 | €10.00 |
Estimate example
20 weekday commutes by car using Tag:
Rates & classes
Updated for Ireland (indicative)
Class 1 — Cars
Most private cars, motorcycles and light vehicles. Standard tag rates apply.
Class 2 — Light commercial
Vans and some 2-axle commercial vehicles. Higher rate than cars.
Class 3 — Heavy vehicles
Lorries and heavy goods — significant per-trip tolls apply.
Tag accounts are generally cheaper per trip and provide automated billing and travel logs. Pay‑by‑Plate (video) processes images of the vehicle plate and often carries a surcharge.
- Tag: fastest processing, lower rates and fewer disputes.
- Pay‑by‑Plate: suitable for occasional users but higher per-trip cost.
How M50 tolls work
- Drive the M50: Cameras record your passage through toll gantries.
- Payment method: If you have a Tag linked to your vehicle, the tag account is billed automatically.
- Pay‑by‑Plate: Without a Tag, the system uses your registration and sends an invoice to the vehicle owner.
- Appeals & penalties: Late or unpaid tolls can attract penalty notices under Irish law.
Keep your vehicle registration and contact details up-to-date to ensure invoices reach you. For repeated travel consider a Tag account to reduce per-trip costs.
Frequently asked questions
About M50 Road Info
We help drivers across Ireland understand M50 tolling, choose the best payment option and avoid penalties. Our guides cover tag setup, top-ups, appeals and practical tips for commuters.
Location: 24 Baggot Street Lower, Dublin 2 — advisors available by phone and email.
Still unsure? Contact us
Call for immediate help or visit our Contacts page for details on appeals, tag top-ups and invoices.