Across Ireland.
Without extra
penalties.
M50 payments, deadlines and rental cars explained. Clear, practical guidance, one step at a time.
You take care of the payment.
M50 payment deadline, Irish local time
Travelled today? Pay by tomorrow evening if you’re paying the toll yourself.
One journey.
Different questions.
Choose your situation —
we’ll help you understand the details.
Driving a rental car?
Who pays the toll and what to check with your rental company before you set off.
Your travel checklistNeed to pay a toll
Payment options, rates and a quick guide to travelling on the M50.
Missed a deadline or received a notice
How penalties build up, where to check a notice and who to contact.
Driving in Ireland for the first time
Barrier-free tolling, foreign registration plates and answers to common questions.
No barrier.
There is still a toll.
The M50 toll point is between junctions 6 and 7. Cameras read vehicle registration plates in both directions.
There is no toll booth to stop at. If your toll is not paid automatically, you need to arrange payment yourself.
Understand your payment optionsN3 · BlanchardstownJunction 7
N4 · Lucan
Do I need an account to pay?
You can pay for a single M50 journey in the official eFlow “Pay a Toll” section without creating an account. Our guide requires no registration.
What if I’m driving a rental car?
Check the terms with your rental company first. Under some agreements the company pays the toll; under others, payment is the driver’s responsibility.
Is the whole M50 tolled?
No. The toll point is between junctions 6 and 7. If you do not pass this point, this M50 toll does not apply.