Tipperary motorists that commute to work are about to see their toll bills soar

Road toll charges are set to increase from next month which will mean added costs for Tipperary motorists who frequently use the toll roads across the county. The news has been confirmed by the Department of Transport and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII). 

The new higher prices include mean that from July there is a 10 cent increase in the cost of every car journey. Up until now it was €2 but the cost now to drive a standard car through the toll is €2.10.

 
Motorcyclists will also be caught by the new price hike, it will now be charged at €1.10, up from €1, while the cost for buses will go from €3.50 to €3.80.

The price increases were going to be rolled out nationwide in January 2023, but have been delayed now until July 1, when the cost of driving goes up yet again in Ireland.

 
TII confirmed the toll increases are being driven by the rate of inflation (CPI)and add to the headaches for motorists who have seen the price of petrol and diesel increase dramatically in recent weeks. 

Two more price increases in excise are planned for September 1 and October 31 meaning the tax rate will hit commuters to the cities more than most. Thousands drive daily to the busy capital as well as Cork and Limerick. Many commuters travel daily from Thurles, Templemore and as far south as Clonmel to work in the cities. 

The M7, which is on the route to Dublin from Tipperary is one of the busiest toll roads in Ireland.  

The M50 in Dublin will also see an increase as well as the M1, M3, M4, M8, N6 Galway and the N25 in Waterford.