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Drivers using highways in the Paulista coast must prepare: toll rates will increase as early as July. The change, authorized by Artesp, follows inflation indices and affects strategic sections such as Anchieta and Imigrantes.
Drivers using the main highways along the coast of São Paulo will face higher rates starting next Monday, July 1st.
The increase was authorized by the Regulatory Agency of Transport of the State of São Paulo (Artesp) and is provided for in the concession contracts signed between the state government and the companies responsible for operating the roads.
The new values were published in the Official State Gazette last Tuesday (25), following unanimous approval from the agency’s Board of Directors.
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According to the official publication, the increase was calculated based on the variation of the National Consumer Price Index (IPCA), which measures the country’s official inflation.
The adjustment considers the accumulated period from June 2024 to May 2025.
On average, toll rates at the toll plazas of the Paulista highways will rise by 5.31%, as established in the concession contracts, which provide for an annual update of the charged amounts.
New Prices on the Anchieta and Imigrantes Highways
Highways such as Anchieta and Imigrantes will have the toll adjusted to R$ 38.70 for passenger vehicles, which represents an increase of R$ 1.90 per passage.
The percentage increase in these two sections is 5.16%, slightly lower than the average of the other affected highways.
The charge is per axle for commercial vehicles, increasing the financial impact on the cargo transport sector.
Other sections of the road system will also see increases in toll rates.
On the Cônego Domênico Rangoni highway, the new price will be R$ 18.30, with a variation of 6.39% from the previous value of R$ 17.20.
On Padre Manuel da Nóbrega, the toll will rise from R$ 10.20 to R$ 10.90, an adjustment of 6.86%.
As a result, drivers traveling between Baixada Santista and the interior should plan for the new costs, especially on round trips.
Updated Table with New Toll Values
| Highway | Current Value (R$) | New Price (R$) | Difference (R$) | Adjustment (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchieta (Km 31+106) | 36.80 | 38.70 | 1.90 | 5.16% |
| Imigrantes (Km 32+381) | 36.80 | 38.70 | 1.90 | 5.16% |
| Cônego Domênico Rangoni (Km 250+464) | 17.20 | 18.30 | 1.10 | 6.39% |
| Padre Manuel da Nóbrega (Km 279+950) | 10.20 | 10.90 | 0.70 | 6.86% |
The increase in values takes into account maintaining the economic-financial balance of the contracts and the replacement of the inflation registered in the last year.
Artesp emphasized that the concessionaires are required to apply the percentage indicated in the contract, respecting official indices, and that the adjustment is necessary to maintain investments and services provided on the highways.
Impacts for Those Traveling Along the Coast
The mentioned highways are operated by the concessionaire Ecovias and are part of one of the main logistical axes in the state of São Paulo.
They connect the capital to the Baixada Santista region, with high vehicle flow daily.
During weekends and holidays, especially in the summer season, traffic tends to intensify, increasing the relevance of the toll cost for users.
The Anchieta-Imigrantes system is one of the most used for freight transport and tourist travel between the Paulista plateau and the coast.
With the adjustment, the total cost of a round trip from São Paulo to Santos, for example, exceeds R$ 77 just in tolls for passenger cars.
For trucks with multiple axles, the value can exceed R$ 300 on long trips.
Reactions and Discussed Alternatives
Despite the adjustments being contractually planned, the impact on drivers’ budgets has been a source of criticism, especially amid rising living costs and increases in fuel prices.
In various forums and social networks, users report difficulties in absorbing the constant increases, even if small in absolute value.
The cargo transport sector also points out that tolls directly affect logistical costs.
In recent years, discussions about more modern alternatives for the toll collection system have gained traction.
Solutions such as the free flow system, which allows automatic charging without stops at toll plazas, are being discussed in different spheres.
However, there is still no forecast for implementing these models on the mentioned Paulista highways.
Contractual Requirements and Inspection
According to Artesp, concessionaires are required to make continuous investments in maintenance, signage, camera monitoring, emergency services, and expansion of road capacity.
In return, users frequently report congestion during critical periods, queues at toll plazas, and sections with irregular pavement, especially outside the main roads.
Regarding the transparency of the charged amounts, the state government claims that the cost sheets and adjustment criteria are available for public consultation.
The index used, the IPCA, is calculated by the IBGE and represents the official inflation of the country, also serving as the basis for adjusting other public and private contracts in Brazil.
For those who frequently use these highways, the new value can represent a significant increase at the end of the month.
A family traveling biweekly to the coast, for example, can spend nearly R$ 310 per month just on tolls, considering round trips on toll highways.
For transport companies, costs multiply, especially for vehicles with more axles.
Values Take Effect on July 1
The expectation is that the new values will take effect at midnight on July 1, as established by Artesp.
The adjustment is automatic, without the need for legislative approval, and is valid annually.
The next update will occur in July 2026, considering the accumulated inflation over the previous 12 months.
In light of the new reality, the question remains: to what extent will annual increases in toll rates continue to be absorbed by the population without viable and accessible alternatives for all?
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