Beyond the cost of gasoline, lodging, and food, one of the expenses that can significantly impact a family's budget is the payment of tolls on highways. This is because tolls are mandatory when traveling on highways concessioned or administered by Capufe or other operators. During holiday periods, the flow of vehicles increases notably, which also elevates the importance of knowing the associated costs in advance. What are the most expensive toll booths this 2026? Some of the toll booths with the highest tariffs in the country are located on highways with high tourist traffic and strategic connection points. Having devices like electronic toll payment systems (TAGs) can be useful. Although they don't always reduce the toll amount, they do make the journey smoother during peak season. What else to consider for your vacation? In addition to toll costs, travelers must consider other factors that usually increase the total expense of a trip: the price of gasoline, vehicle maintenance, lodging, and food. A round trip could exceed 1,700 pesos just in tolls. • Short routes to nearby destinations: for example, Valle de Bravo, where a simple trip can involve around 600 pesos in tolls, depending on the number of toll plazas. During this holiday season, toll costs add up quickly, so planning your route and accounting for these expenses is fundamental to avoid surprises in your budget. Tips for road travelers In light of these costs, experts recommend that drivers plan their route in advance and consider tolls as an essential part of the budget. On routes connecting Mexico City (CDMX) with popular beach or mountain destinations, these additional expenses can represent a significant portion of the budget. With the arrival of the 2026 Easter vacation, millions of people in Mexico are planning road trips to popular tourist destinations like Acapulco, Valle de Bravo, or Cuernavaca. Consulting tariffs and segments in advance helps avoid surprises during the trip, especially on long weekends or seasons with high traveler traffic like Easter Week. Likewise, using technology such as electronic toll payment systems (TAGs)—for example, PASE, Televía, or IAVE—allows for a smoother passage through toll booths and reduces waiting times.
