How do I pay Cross City Tunnel toll?
How do I pay Cross City Tunnel toll?
To pay for travel on the Cross City Tunnel or any Sydney toll road you need to buy a pass or open an account. If you’ve already travelled you can buy a Sydney Pass within 5 days of your first trip. You can also backdate your travel up to 10 days after your first trip* when you open a Tag or Tagless account.
Where does the Cross City Tunnel start?
Sydney
Cross City Tunnel
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Location | Sydney |
| Coordinates | 33°52′23″S 151°12′13″E |
| Start | Western Distributor |
| End | New South Head Rd Eastern Distributor |
Who owns the Eastern Distributor?
Transurban
Construction involved 5,000 workers was undertaken by Leighton Contractors for Airport Motorway Limited under as a build-own-operate-transfer arrangement. The Eastern Distributor is owned and operated by Transurban, with state government planning, support and management during construction.
Does the Cross City Tunnel go underwater?
The tunnel falls about 55 metres (180 ft) from the northern entrance and about 35 metres (115 ft) from the southern entrance to its deepest point, 25 metres (82 ft) below sea level. The northern end pylons of the Sydney Harbour Bridge were altered to allow for air exhaust from the tunnel to rise over the harbour.
How much does the Cross City Tunnel cost?
Toll pricing
| Toll Point | Class A | Class B |
|---|---|---|
| Main Tunnel | $5.97 | $11.93 |
| Sir John Young Crescent Exit | $2.81 | $5.63 |
How much is the toll on the Eastern Distributor?
| Motorway | Direction charges/ Tolling Method | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| M5 South-West Motorway | Each direction / Fixed | $4.90 $14.70 |
| Westlink M7 Motorway | Each direction / Distance based | $0.42 $8.46 $1.27 $25.38 |
| Eastern Distributor | Northbound / Fixed | $8.37 $16.75 |
Is the Eastern Distributor free?
The Eastern Distributor is electronically tolled. A toll is charged for use of the Eastern Distributor in the northbound direction only and prices are based on your vehicle class. All prices shown include GST and do not include any additional fees. Toll prices are valid from 1 July 2021 and are adjusted quarterly.
Why is the Eastern Distributor so expensive?
Because most of Sydney’s tollroads were built as separate projects with private investment, each is financially structured to make specific returns, which is why roads like the M2 and the Eastern Distributor increase toll fares by at least 1 per cent each quarter – more than double the current rate of inflation.