Olympia Odos expands mileage-based tolling to Patras-Pirgos highway

Olympia Odos is expanding its mileage-based tolling system, which has been operational since 2021 on the Elefsina-Patras route, to include the new Patras-Pirgos highway and the Varda junction. This extension, effective from Friday, July 17, 2026, aims to provide significant benefits to drivers utilizing the OLYMPIA PASS transponder.

According to the company, starting in March 2026, mileage-based tolling will also apply at the Kato Achaia and Amaliada junctions. The current expansion specifically targets the Varda junction, where the system becomes active on July 17.

The mileage-based tolling system is designed to refund drivers of passenger cars, light trucks, and heavy trucks (categories 2, 3, and 4) a portion of their initial toll fees, ranging from 28% to 45%. The system accurately calculates tolls based on the actual distance covered by each vehicle.

For instance, on the Mytilini-Kyllini route, specifically the Mytilini-Varda segment, the toll for passenger cars will decrease from 3.60 euros to 2.60 euros. For trucks with 2-3 axles, the price drops from 9.00 euros to 6.50 euros, and for larger trucks, it falls from 12.70 euros to 9.20 euros.

In addition to mileage-based savings, drivers of passenger cars can also benefit from the VALUE program, which offers discounts from 15% to 60%, depending on the frequency of their passage through each toll station. This combination can lead to substantial overall savings. For example, a commuter making 40 trips per month on the Mytilini-Varda route, with an initial cost of 144 euros, would ultimately pay 70.85 euros, representing a 51% discount.

Activating and managing the mileage-based tolling service is straightforward. Drivers need to obtain an OLYMPIA PASS transponder, which automatically records entry and exit points and credits the corresponding amount back to the subscriber's account. The transponder is provided free of charge and can be acquired online via www.olympiaodos.gr or at customer service points. The Olympia Odos mobile app also allows drivers to manage their accounts, monitor trips, and control their transponder in real-time.