Drivers using the Attiki Odos motorway will be paying lower toll fees starting on Sunday, Oct. 6 in line with Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ announcements earlier this year.
More specifically as of Oct. 6 motorcycles will be charged 1.25 euros, cars 2.50 euros down from the current 2.80 euros, vans, small and medium sized trucks (category 5) 6.25 euros, and large trucks (category 6) 10.00 euros.
E-PASS cards will continue to be in effect under the new pricing policy and can be used on other motorways in Greece.
Additionally, the current Bonus programs offering 15 free passes will apply this month as will the Friendly and Business plans
Last month, the government signed a 25-year concession deal for Attiki Odos with GEK Terna group. The agreement foresees motorway investments and upgrades worth 380 million euros.
Source: tovima.com
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