A1 Motorway in Poland: Toll, Fees, and Payment Options

The A1 is one of Poland's most important north-south motorways and is especially popular with travellers heading from the Baltic coast towards the south, for example to Katowice or the Czech Republic. Unlike many other Polish expressways, part of the A1 is privately operated and therefore subject to tolls.

Route of the A1 through Poland

The A1 (Autostrada A1) stretches over approximately 565 kilometres, starting in Danzig (Gdańsk) on the Baltic Sea and ending at the border crossing in Gorzyczki, near Ostrava in the Czech Republic. It passes through the following cities:

• Danzig (Gdańsk)
• Thorn (Toruń)
• Lodz (Łódź)
• Tschenstochau (Częstochowa)
• Gleiwitz (Gliwice)
• Border crossing at Gorzyczki

The central section between Rusocin and Nowa Wieś, around 152 kilometres long, is operated by the private company GTC (AmberOne) and is subject to tolls.

Vehicles Required to Pay Tolls

Tolls apply on the privately managed section between Rusocin and Nowa Wieś for cars, motorcycles, motorhomes under 3.5 tonnes and vehicles with trailers.  

Paying Tolls on the A1 in Poland

Tolls are collected at automated barrier stations. You can pay using the following methods:

At the toll station

• Cash (PLN only)
• Credit or debit card

Contactless payment options

• vintrica App
• AmberGO-System (number plate recognition)
• Autopay-App
• mPay-App
• SkyCash

Using vintrica is especially convenient: After a one-time vehicle registration via the website or app, your number plate is saved in the system. As you pass through the toll stations, your vehicle is automatically recognised and no manual payment is required. You can use the A1 as often as you like, with no time limits or contract commitments. Billing takes place afterwards and is based on the actual distance driven. If you no longer wish to use the service, you can deregister your vehicle at any time and automatic billing will stop.

Conclusion

The A1 is a modern and essential route connecting northern and southern Poland. Travellers who wish to use the toll section can enjoy a particularly convenient experience by registering with vintrica. There is no need to stop at the barrier, and billing is handled automatically and transparently. A stress-free journey starts with the right preparation.

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