NHA Increased Toll Tax on National Highways and Motorways

As of October 1, 2024, the National Highway Authority (NHA) has increased toll taxes on major routes such as the M1, M3, M4, and M5 motorways. For instance, tolls for cars on the M1 from Islamabad to Peshawar now cost Rs 460 (up from Rs 350), and M4 users from Pindi Bhattian to Multan now pay Rs 850, up from Rs 650.

This adjustment addresses increased operational costs and infrastructure maintenance.

Toll Tax Changes

Motorway/Route	Vehicle Type	Previous Toll (Rs)	New Toll (Rs)	Increase
M1 Islamabad to Peshawar	Car	350	460	31%
	Wagon/Hiace	570	740	30%
	Bus	1,170	1,520	30%
M2 Islamabad to Lahore	Car	830	1,080	30%
	Wagon/Hiace	1,330	1,730	30%
	Bus	2,700	3,510	30%
M3 Lahore to Abdul Hakeem	Car	500	650	30%
	Wagon/Hiace	800	1,040	30%
	Bus	1,700	2,210	30%
M4 Pindi Bhattian to Multan	Car	650	850	30%
	Wagon/Hiace	1,040	1,350	30%
	Bus	2,200	2,860	30%
M5 Multan to Sukkur	Car	900	1,170	30%
	Wagon/Hiace	1,440	1,870	30%
	Bus	3,020	3,920	30%

The toll increase is intended to help cover rising maintenance and operational costs for these critical roadways. The adjustment applies to all categories of vehicles, from private cars to buses, with significant hikes seen across the board.

Why the Increase?

The 30% toll hike is attributed to:

Inflation and Rising Costs: Increased fuel prices, infrastructure maintenance, and operational costs have made it necessary for the NHA to adjust tolls accordingly.
Enhanced Services: Funds will be used for improving road quality, safety measures, and overall services on national highways and motorways.

Comparison of Tolls Tax Before and After

Route	Vehicle Type	Toll (Before 2024)	Toll (After 2024)	Change
M1 Islamabad to Peshawar	Car	Rs 350	Rs 460	Rs 110
M2 Islamabad to Lahore	Car	Rs 830	Rs 1,080	Rs 250
M5 Multan to Sukkur	Bus	Rs 3,020	Rs 3,920	Rs 900

Impact on Commuters: Commuters and transportation companies may feel the pinch from this increase. However, NHA has assured the public that the collected funds will be allocated toward better highway services and long-term road improvements.

FAQs

Why has the toll tax increased by 30%?
- The hike addresses rising operational and infrastructure maintenance costs on national highways and motorways.
Which motorways are affected?
- Major routes like M1, M2, M3, M4, and M5 are affected.
What are the new toll charges for cars on the M1 Motorway?
- The toll for cars on the M1 has increased from Rs 350 to Rs 460.
Will there be further increases?
- There is no information about further hikes, but periodic reviews are expected based on economic conditions.
How will the funds be used?
- The increased revenue will fund road improvements, safety measures, and operational costs.
Does this affect heavy vehicles like trucks and buses?
- Yes, all categories of vehicles are affected, including trucks, buses, and commercial vehicles.