- By Surarika Das
- Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:05 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has become operational. The environment-friendly corridor covers a length of around 213 km. With the introduction of the expressway, now passengers can reach their destination within 2.5 hours, which would earlier take almost 6 hours to complete.
This six-lane corridor passes by Baghpat, Shamli, and Saharanpur and has five toll plazas along the route. As FASTag passes, commuters now face clear toll structures, raising questions about costs and payment options.
The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway covers 213 km from Akshardham in Delhi to Dehradun. It includes a 12-km elevated section over Rajaji National Park to protect wildlife. The major entry points begin near Akshardham, linking with the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, and pass through Uttar Pradesh districts before entering Uttarakhand. The design supports speeds up to 100 kmph, with wayside amenities like fuel stations and rest areas for convenience. However, the aforementioned facilities are yet to be fully operational, NDTV reported.
How Costly Are The Toll Charges?
The cars pay nearly Rs 675 for a one-way trip from Delhi to Dehradun, as per the rates at five plazas. While a return within 24 hours costs Rs 1,010 total, with Rs 335 extra on the way back. These align with Rs. 2–3 per km estimates for light vehicles.
It is important to note that all plazas on the new expressway enforce FASTag for seamless payments, though final rates may be updated via NHAI.
Delhi-Dehradun Expressway: FASTag Annual Pass Validity
The FASTag Annual Pass is expected to work on this new expressway, as it is operated by the National Highway Authority of India (NHAI). According to the rules, the annual pass is valid on national highways and expressways. Priced at Rs 3,075, it covers one year or 200 trips, whichever comes first. This translates to Rs 15.37 for each toll plaza crossed. Going by the calculation, a trip on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway with five toll plazas should cost Rs 76.85 with an annual pass.
Expressway Provides Well Connectivity
The expressway consists of several independent segments, including National Highway 709B, National Highway 307, National Highway 344G, and the Eastern Peripheral Expressway. Furthermore, this expressway enhances the link to the Char Dham highway originating from Haridwar.
At present, the highway has six lanes, although it may eventually have eight lanes. The road between Dehradun and Delhi, and vice versa, has 16 entry and exit points to facilitate better access to cities.
Recent photos show indications of animal use throughout the 14-kilometer wildlife corridor in Rajaji National Park, which is located immediately south of Dehradun. Additionally, a 340-meter tunnel is located at the southernmost point of the elevated wildlife corridor.