Navigating NH-44: Ladowal Fee Plaza Toll Rates for 2025-26
Planning a trip along National Highway 44 (the former NH-1)? If your journey takes you through Punjab, you'll likely pass the Ladowal Fee Plaza, located at kilometer marker 328+050.
To help you budget for your travels, here's a breakdown of the toll fee structure applicable for the 2025-2026 period, based on the official chart:
Ladowal Fee Plaza Toll Charges (2025-26)
The fees vary depending on your vehicle type and the type of journey (single, return within a day, or using a monthly pass).
| Category of Vehicles | Fee for Single Journey | Fee For Return Journey (within a day) | Fee for Monthly Pass (50 journeys) | Fee for commercial vehicles registered within the district |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Car, Jeep, Van or Light Motor Vehicle | 230 | 345 | 7620 | 115 |
| Light Commercial vehicle, Light Goods Vehicle or Mini Bus | 370 | 555 | 12310 | 185 |
| Bus or Truck (Two axles) | 775 | 1160 | 25790 | 385 |
| Three Axle Commercial Vehicle | 845 | 1265 | 28135 | 420 |
| Heavy Construction Machinery (HCM) or Earth Moving Equipment (EME) or Multi Axle Vehicle (Four to Six axles) | 1215 | 1820 | 40445 | 605 |
| Oversized Vehicle (Seven or more axles) | 1475 | 2215 | 49235 | 740 |
Special Note for Local Residents:
There's a specific provision for frequent travelers living near the plaza. For the fiscal year 2025-26, the rate for a monthly pass for individuals who own a non-commercial vehicle registered within 20 kilometers of the Ladowal Toll Plaza is Rs. 350.00.
Important Considerations:
- The "Return Journey" fee is applicable only if the return trip is made within the same day.
- The monthly pass covers 50 single journeys within its validity period.
- These rates are specified for the 2025-2026 period. Toll rates can be subject to change, so it's always wise to double-check current charges if travelling close to the beginning of a new fiscal year or if official announcements are made.
Knowing the toll costs in advance can help make your journey smoother. Safe travels!
