Thailand Announces Toll-Free Expressway Travel for Chulalongkorn Day
The Expressway Authority of Thailand will waive toll fees on three major expressways on October 23, 2026, to facilitate holiday travel.
According to an announcement from the Expressway Authority of Thailand (EXAT) under the Ministry of Transport, motorists will be exempt from toll fees on three specific expressways on Friday, October 23, 2026. This initiative is in observance of Chulalongkorn Day, a public holiday in Thailand.
The toll waiver will apply to a total of 63 toll booths across the following routes:
- Chalerm Mahanakorn Expressway (Din Daeng-Bang Na-Dao Khanong): 21 booths
- Si Rat Expressway (Chaeng Watthana-Bang Khlo-Srinagarindra): 32 booths
- Udon Ratthaya Expressway (Bang Pa-in-Pak Kret): 10 booths
The exemption will be in effect for a 24-hour period, starting from 00:01 until 24:00 on October 23. This measure is intended to reduce travel costs and facilitate smoother traffic flow for residents and travelers during the public holiday.
For those planning to travel during this period, it is recommended to monitor traffic updates, as holiday travel often leads to increased congestion on major routes despite the toll-free status. While these three expressways are confirmed for the waiver, motorists should verify if other toll roads or private concessions not managed by EXAT remain subject to standard fees. No further extensions to this toll-free period have been announced at this time.
