- Cars and motorcycles do not pay to use Danish motorways
- The toll is only required to cross the Storebæltsbroen and Øresundsbroen bridges
- Highways are subject to tolls for vehicles weighing more than 12 tons
Toll in Denmark 2023
Danish motorways are free for drivers of motorcycles, cars and other vehicles up to 12 tonnes. The toll is only paid on The Great Belt – Storebælt and Øresund bridges between Sweden and Denmark. Tolls for individual vehicles are based on the height, length and weight of the vehicle.
Tolls on The Great Belt – Storebælt 2023
Storebælt Bridge connects the islands of Sealand and Fyn and has a toll station. Cash in Euros, Danish, Swedish or Norwegian kroner is accepted. For non-cash payments, common cards such as MasterCard, Maestro, Visa and others are accepted.
| Motorcycles | Car with trailer 3-6 m | Car with trailer over 6 m | Vans over 6 m / with height over 2.7 m | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normally | €18.82 | €36 | €36 | €81 |
| Bro Bizz | €13.45 | €26 | €26 | €77 |
BroBizz electronic system
BroBizz is a small electronic device used for automatic toll payment. It is placed on the windshield of the car and the tolls are deducted from a linked bank account. A deposit of€27it is payable on purchase.
It is also possible to register the vehicle number plate online without purchasing an electronic device. You will also pay a deposit, but the toll will be automatically deducted based on your registered license plate.
BroBizz is useful for frequent trips over Danish toll bridges, traveling on Scandlines ferries, parking at some Danish airports and in lieu of the electronic AutoPASS system in Norway.
Øresund Bridge toll levels 2023
The Øresundsbron connects Denmark and Sweden. The toll for crossing the bridge is paid at the Lernaken toll station on the Swedish side. Payment is possible in euros, Danish and Swedish kroner, or by credit card. For drivers planning to cross the bridge at least once there and back, it’s worth getting a BroPas.
| Motorcycles | Cars up to 6m | Vans 6-10 m | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normally | €30 | €57 | €114 |
| BroPas | €12.00 | €25 | €50 |
Prices are for one ride, not for a round trip.
BroPas electronic system
BroPas is an annual subscription. For an annual fee of €46 the cost of the crossing is more than halved.
Motorway tolls for trucks over 12 t
Vehicles over 12 tonnes pay the toll through the Eurovignette electronic system . The Eurovignette is valid for a limited period of time, similar to a vignette, i.e. a day, a week, a month or a year.
The specific amount of the tax depends on the emission class and the number of axles. The Eurovignette is valid in all member countries of the Eurovignette system – Denmark, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Sweden. Only one Eurovignette needs to be purchased to drive in all countries.
Toll payment in Denmark 2023
The toll lanes are color coded. The yellow lanes are for cash payments, the blue lanes are for payment cards and the green lanes are for users of the ProBizz electronic system .
Highways in Denmark 2023
Motorways in Denmark do not have their own set of national numbers, but are only marked with European road numbers.
Motorway network in Denmark
- E20 Esbjerg – Odense – Copenhagen – Sweden
- E39 Hirtshals–Aalborg
- E45 Frederikshavn – Aalborg – Aarhus – Germany
- E47 Rødby – Helsingør
- E55 Gedser–Køge
Map of highways in Denmark
A general map of Danish motorways is available on Wikipedia.
Speeding fines in Denmark 2023
In Denmark, the regulations are very tough, with higher than average fines. As in almost all of Scandinavia, there are many speed cameras and patrols dutifully checking your speed.
In addition, there is a conditional revocation of the license, where you have to commit another offense first and have to take the driving test again at the driving school. In addition, 500 kroner of the high fines are automatically sent to the State Fund for Victims.
Speed in a residential area
- 1-5km/h:€134
- 6-8km/h:€202
- 9-11km/h:€336, 1 point
- 12-17km/h:€403, 1 point
- 18-20km/h:€538, 1 point and license suspension
- 21-23km/h:€605, 1 point and license suspension
- 24-26km/h:€672, 1 point and license suspension
- 27-29km/h:€807, 1 point and license suspension
- over 30 km/h:€874, 1 point and license suspension
- over 70 km/h – unconditional revocation of the license up to 10 years
Speed in a municipality
- 1-9km/h:€134
- 10-14km/h:€202
- 15-19km/h:€336, 1 point
- 20-29km/h:€403, 1 point
- 30-34km/h:€538, 1 point and license suspension
- 35-39km/h:€605, 1 point and license suspension
- 40-44km/h:€672,1 point and license suspension
- 45-49km/h:€807, 1 point and over 100 km/h:€874, 1 point and license suspension
- over 105 km/h – unconditional revocation of the license up to 10 years
Out of the ordinary speed
- 1-15km/h:€134
- 16-23km/h:€202
- 24-31km/h:€336, 1 point
- 32-47km/h:€403, 1 point
- 48-55km/h:€538, 1 point and license suspension
- 56-63km/h:€605, 1 point and license suspension
- 64-71 km/h:€672, 1 point and license suspension
- 72-79km/h:€807, 1 point and license suspension
- over 80 km/h:€874, 1 point and license suspension
- over 100 km/h – unconditional revocation of the license up to 10 years
Acceleration on the highway
- 1-25km/h:€134
- 26-38km/h:€202
- 39-51km/h:€269,1 point
- 52-64km/h:€336, 1 point
- 65-77 km/h:€471, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
- 78-90km/h:€538, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
- 91-103km/h:€672, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
- 104-116km/h:€740, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
- 117-129 km/h:€941, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
- over 130 km/h:€1,076, 1 point and unconditional revocation of the license for up to 10 years
Motorways in Denmark: speed limits, fines
Speed limits in Denmark
In Denmark, the following are the general speed limits for vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes:
- 50 km/h in cities and towns.
- outside cities: 80 km/h
- on motorways: 130 km/h (adjusted to 110 km/h in some sections due to special conditions such as dangerous sections and heavy traffic around big cities)
Speed limits for semi-trailers, trucks and buses:
- in cities and towns: 50 km/h
- outside cities: 80 km/h
- on the motorway: 80 km/h
Fines for highway tolls
Any driver who fails to pay the toll on the Storebælt Bridge must pay the toll in full plus a fine of€81.
Ferries to Denmark
Denmark has more than 400 islands, so ferries are an essential part of transportation. It pays to book your ferry tickets well in advance to go to or from Denmark. In general, the earlier you buy your ticket, the cheaper it is. The prices shown are indicative only and include a car with one person in economy class.
Ferries Germany – Denmark
- Rostock – Gedser on Scandlines from €71
- Puttgarden – Rødby with Scandlines from €51
Ferries Denmark – Sweden
- Frederikshavn – Gothenburg with Stena Line from €65
- Grenaa – Halmstad with Stena Line from €59
Ferries Denmark – Norway
- Hirtshals – Kristiansand with Fjordline from €103
- Hirtshals – Langesund Oslo with Fjordline from €103
Driving fines in Denmark 2023
In Denmark, it is common to pay fines on the spot. Foreigners must pay the fine immediately. If the fine is not paid immediately on the spot, an expedited procedure will follow.
Denmark has a penalty point system for a variety of serious traffic offences, which also applies to foreigners. If a driving ban is imposed under this system, it only applies in Denmark.
- Driving without lights on – from€134
- Run the red – from€269
- Drive through a solid line – from€67
- Violation of the overtaking ban – from€269
- Driving without a seat belt / child without a seat – from€202
- Using a mobile phone while driving – from€67
- Drunk driving – depends on the amount of alcohol in the blood, a fine according to the amount of monthly income or a 3 to 10 year driving ban can be imposed
Driving in Denmark 2023
Compulsory car equipment in DenmarkAlways carry a valid driving licence, registration certificate and proof of insurance. In Denmark it is mandatory to have:
- A warning triangle
- Safety helmet – mandatory for motorbike drivers
Fire extinguisher, first aid kit, reflective vest and spare bulbs for headlights are recommended
Tyres
Winter tires are not compulsory in Denmark, but are recommended in wintry conditions. The minimum tread depth should be 1.6mm, but a minimum of 3mm is recommended.
Studded tires are allowed from November 1st to April 15th.
Seat belts
The use of seat belts is mandatory on all seats, if any.
Kids in the car
Children under 135cm must use an approved safety device (seat or booster seat) suitable for their height and weight.
Children over 3 years of age but under 135cm must sit in the rear seat.
Alcohol in the car
In Denmark, the maximum blood alcohol limit is 0.5‰.
It is not permitted to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs in Denmark.
The amount of fines for drunk driving depends on the measured amount of alcohol in the blood in milliliters:
- Between 0.5 ‰ and 1.2 ‰: fine linked to monthly income according to the per thousand
- More than 2.0‰: a net monthly income and up to 20 days in prison.
Depending on the amount of alcohol in the blood, a driving ban of 3 to 10 years may also be imposed.
Daylights
In Denmark, all vehicles and motorcyclists must use their low beams even during the day.