The A24 Blankenburgverbinding improves traffic flow around Rotterdam. Discover the impact and how to pay toll easily via MOVE-IZI.

Why the A24 Blankenburgverbinding is so important for Rotterdam

Rotterdam is one of the most heavily travelled urban areas in the Netherlands. The ring roads around the city handle large numbers of vehicles daily, and at peak times this leads to long-lasting congestion at junctions such as Kleinpolderplein and Beneluxplein. The A24 Blankenburgverbinding is the second fixed river crossing west of the city, after the Beneluxtunnel, and is designed to reduce that pressure. View the toll rates on the A24 and read how to pay toll easily via MOVE-IZI.

What changes for daily traffic around Rotterdam?

The A24 Blankenburgverbinding connects the A20 near Vlaardingen with the A15 near Rozenburg. This creates an alternative route that directs part of the traffic that would otherwise go through the city centre and the Beneluxtunnel around the city. For commuters travelling between the Westland, Midden-Delfland and the south bank of the Maas, the A24 offers a shorter and more predictable travel time.

Traffic models from Rijkswaterstaat show that the A24 can achieve a significant reduction in traffic intensity on parallel routes, particularly on the A20 and the Beneluxtunnel during morning and evening rush hours. The exact traffic effects are being monitored after the road opens.

How does e-TOL work on the A24 Blankenburgverbinding?

The A24 is a paid toll road. Toll is collected via automatic licence plate recognition: cameras register the licence plate of every passing vehicle with every trip. There is no barrier, no toll booth and no transponder required. Drivers pay via an authorised service provider such as MOVE-IZI, or themselves via e-TOL.nl within 72 hours of their trip.

The toll rates on the A24 are:

• Light vehicles (up to and including 3,500 kg): €1.57 per trip
• Heavy vehicles (heavier than 3,500 kg): €9.49 per trip

Please note: fully electric vehicles are exempt from toll charges on the A24 Blankenburgverbinding.

The rates in this article are valid from 1 January 2026. Toll amounts are indexed annually based on inflation and may change.

Drivers who use the A24 without a registered licence plate must pay the toll themselves on e-TOL.nl within 72 hours. If no match is found, the driver (or someone else) must remember to pay the toll themselves on e-TOL.nl. This can be done within 72 hours. If you do not pay on time, the registered keeper will receive a payment reminder with €9 in administrative costs. If payment is still not made, a fine of €35 will follow. Register your licence plate at MOVE-IZI to prevent this.

MOVE-IZI makes paying toll on the A24 easy

With MOVE-IZI you register your licence plate once and every toll moment afterwards happens automatically. You link a payment method of your choice and the system charges the toll after every trip. You receive an overview in your account and don't need to keep track of anything.

For business drivers, MOVE-IZI offers the ability to register multiple vehicles on one account. All trips are centrally tracked, which greatly simplifies administration. Foreign licence plates can also be registered at MOVE-IZI.

The broader impact of the A24 on regional accessibility

The Blankenburgverbinding does not only affect car traffic, but also the logistical accessibility of the Rotterdam port areas. The route via the A24 offers freight traffic an alternative to the congestion on the Beneluxtunnel and the A15 towards Europoort. For the manufacturing industry in the Westland and the horticultural sector, the connection improves access to the North Ring and the A4.

In the longer term, the A24 contributes to the distribution of traffic flows over multiple river crossings, which increases the robustness of the road network around Rotterdam. In the event of an incident or road works at the Beneluxtunnel, the A24 offers a realistic alternative.

A24 and foreign drivers

Part of the traffic on the A24 will consist of foreign licence plates, including freight traffic and passenger cars from Belgium, Germany and other European countries. The licence plate recognition system on the A24 also works for foreign licence plates. Drivers with a foreign licence plate can register their vehicle in advance at MOVE-IZI to avoid payment reminders. If the plate is not registered, the driver must pay toll via e-TOL.nl within 72 hours, otherwise the registered keeper will receive a payment reminder via the European toll registration systems.

Frequently asked questions about the A24 Blankenburgverbinding

When was the A24 Blankenburgverbinding opened?

The A24 Blankenburgverbinding was opened to traffic in 2024. The road connects the A20 near Vlaardingen with the A15 near Rozenburg and runs via the Maasdeltatunnel and the Hollandtunnel.

Do I need to register in advance to use the A24?

This is not mandatory, but strongly recommended. You can also pay toll yourself afterwards via e-TOL.nl - but this must be done within 72 hours of your trip. If you don't do this on time, the registered keeper will receive a payment reminder with €9 administrative costs, and with further non-payment a fine of €35. With MOVE-IZI you register your licence plate once and everything happens automatically afterwards.

How long does a trip on the A24 take?

The A24 Blankenburgverbinding has a total length of approximately 11 kilometres. Travel time depends on traffic conditions, but under normal conditions the journey takes a few minutes.

Does the truck levy apply to the A24?

No. The national truck levy, which takes effect from 1 July 2026, does not apply to the A24 Blankenburgverbinding. For heavy freight (vehicles heavier than 3,500 kg), the e-TOL rate of €9.49 per trip applies on the A24.

What are the toll rates on the A24?

Light vehicles (up to and including 3,500 kg) pay €1.57 per trip. Heavy vehicles (heavier than 3,500 kg) pay €9.49 per trip. Fully electric vehicles are exempt from toll. Rates apply from 1 January 2026 and are indexed annually.

How do I pay toll if I only drive on the A24 once?

You have two options: register your licence plate at MOVE-IZI (no fixed monthly costs, you only pay per trip) or pay once yourself via e-TOL.nl within 72 hours of your trip. With MOVE-IZI, registration is done once and toll is automatically charged every time you use the A24.