Highway 407 ETR Toll Calculator
A (Light Vehicle)
B (Light Vehicle – Trailer)
C (Heavy Vehicle)
D (Heavy Vehicle – Trailer)
E (Heavy Vehicle – Extra Trailer)
Peak Hours (Weekdays 6 AM – 10 AM, 3 PM – 7 PM)
Midday Hours (Weekdays 10 AM – 3 PM, 7 PM – 11 PM)
Off-Peak Hours (Evenings 11 PM – 6 AM, Weekends & Holidays)
Understanding Highway 407 ETR Toll Rates
The Highway 407 East-West Toll (ETR) is a 400-series highway in Ontario, Canada, operating entirely on a toll system. Unlike traditional highways with fixed toll booths, 407 ETR uses a transponder or camera-based system to track vehicle passage and calculate tolls electronically. Understanding how these tolls are determined is crucial for regular commuters and occasional users.
Factors Affecting 407 ETR Tolls
The toll rate for your trip on Highway 407 ETR is determined by several key factors:
- Distance Traveled: The most straightforward factor is the distance your vehicle covers on the toll highway. The longer your trip, the higher the base toll.
- Vehicle Class: Different vehicle classes are assigned different base rates per kilometre. Generally, larger vehicles with more axles (like trucks and commercial vehicles) will have higher rates than standard passenger cars. The classes typically range from 'A' (light vehicles) to 'E' (heavy vehicles with multiple trailers).
- Time of Day: 407 ETR employs a demand-based pricing system. This means tolls are higher during peak hours when traffic volume is typically greatest and lower during off-peak hours to encourage traffic flow and provide more affordable options.
- Day of the Week: While the primary time-based differentiation is between peak, midday, and off-peak, there can be slight variations or specific rules for weekdays versus weekends and holidays.
How Tolls are Calculated
The calculation is a multi-step process:
- Base Rate per Kilometer: Based on your vehicle class, a specific toll rate per kilometre is established.
- Time-Based Surcharge/Discount: This base rate is then adjusted according to the time of day and day of the week. Peak hours will have the highest per-kilometre rate, followed by midday, and then off-peak hours will have the lowest rate.
- Total Toll: The adjusted rate per kilometre is multiplied by the total distance traveled to arrive at your final toll charge. Additional fees, such as a one-time toll transponder lease fee or a video toll charge (if no transponder is used), may also apply under specific circumstances.
Using the 407 ETR Toll Calculator
This calculator simplifies the process of estimating your 407 ETR toll. Simply input the estimated distance you plan to travel in kilometres, select your vehicle class, and choose the time of day for your trip. The calculator will then provide an estimated toll amount based on current general rate structures. Remember that this is an estimate, and actual tolls may vary slightly due to specific zone rates or unadvertised promotions.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides an estimate for informational purposes only. For precise toll rates and billing, please refer to the official Highway 407 ETR website or contact their customer service.