The Central Ring Road (CRR) is one of the largest infrastructure projects in Russia, designed to relieve congestion on the Moscow Ring Road (MKAD) and improve transport accessibility of the Moscow region. However, travel on many sections of the Central Ring Road is paid, which raises questions among drivers: where exactly are the toll zones located, how to pay for travel and is it possible to save money? In this article we will look at current map of toll sections of the Central Ring Road for 2026, tariffs for different categories of transport, as well as the nuances of payment and fines.

Since the opening of the first sections of the Central Ring Road in 2019, the network of toll roads has been constantly expanding. Today, key highways connecting important logistics hubs of the Moscow region are tolled - from A107 (Great Moscow Ring) before radial trips to M11 "Neva" and M4 "Don". At the same time, the payment system differs from traditional toll roads: there are zonal tariffs, depending on the length of the route, rather than a fixed fee for travel through toll points (VOP).

If you regularly travel along the Central Ring Road or are just planning a route, this article will help you understand the intricacies: from hidden toll areas that are often overlooked, to legal ways to cut your travel costs. We'll also look at how to avoid late fees and what to do if you receive a debt notice.

Current map of toll sections of the Central Ring Road in 2026

Currently paid 5 out of 11 sections of the Central Ring Road, and their total length exceeds 300 km. Toll zones are concentrated mainly in the western, southern and eastern directions, where traffic intensity is highest. Below is an interactive map with marked toll areas and payment points:

Section of the Central Ring Road Length (km) Direction Key junctions
Central Ring Road-1 (Solnechnogorsk - Istra) 48,5 North West M10 "Russia", A107
Central Ring Road-3 (Odintsovo - Aprelevka) 52,3 West M1 "Belarus", Kyiv highway
Central Ring Road-4 (Domodedovo - Podolsk) 65,8 South M4 "Don", Varshavskoe highway
Central Ring Road-5 (Lyubertsy - Noginsk) 72,1 East M7 "Volga", Gorkovskoe highway
Central Ring Road-11 (Shchyolkovo - Balashikha) 33,4 Northeast M8 "Kholmogory", Yaroslavskoe highway

It's important to note that Sections of the Central Ring Road-2 (Istra - Krasnogorsk) remain free and TsKAD-6 (Noginsk - Elektrostal), however, they are often overloaded due to a lack of alternative routes. Paid areas are marked with signs 5.38 "Toll Road" and duplicate signs with tariffs. Before entering any toll section, they are installed gantry (frames with cameras) recording the car number for subsequent debiting.

To avoid getting into an unpleasant situation, check your route in advance on the official website Central Ring Road or in navigators Yandex.Maps/Google Maps — toll sections there are marked with special icons. Please note: some navigators do not take into account zone tariffs of the Central Ring Road, showing only a fixed fare, which may result in unexpected costs.

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Tariffs for travel on the Central Ring Road in 2026: how much do they cost?

The tariff system for the Central Ring Road differs from traditional toll roads (for example, M11 "Neva" or M4 "Don"). Valid here zone payment model, where the cost depends on:

  • 📏 Route length (the longer the route, the higher the tariff)
  • 🚗 Vehicle categories (cars, trucks, buses)
  • ⏱️ Time of day (night rates are cheaper than day rates)

The current rates for 2026 for cars (category 1) and trucks (category 3) are shown below. Please note that prices are subject to change due to inflation - the last increase occurred in January 2026.

Vehicle category Length (km) Day rate (6:00–22:00) Night rate (22:00–6:00)
1 (cars, motorcycles) up to 20 km 120 ₽ 80 ₽
1 20–50 km 250 ₽ 180 ₽
1 50–100 km 400 ₽ 300 ₽
3 (cargo > 3.5 t) up to 20 km 360 ₽ 240 ₽
3 over 100 km 1 200 ₽ 900 ₽

For comparison: travel through MKAD remains free, but the average speed there during peak hours does not exceed 20–30 km/h, while on the Central Ring Road the speed is maintained even during peak hours 80–90 km/h. Thus, paying for the fare can be recouped by saving time and fuel.

Discounts and benefits:

  • 🎫 Season tickets: when purchasing a monthly pass, the cost of 1 km is reduced by 30–40%. For example, a 100 km subscription for a passenger car costs 2 500 ₽ instead of 4 000 ₽ with a one-time payment.
  • 🚑 Beneficiaries: disabled people of groups 1–2, WWII veterans and some other categories can obtain free travel through the portal State services.
  • 🔄 Refund: if you accidentally paid for the toll (for example, you left the highway earlier than planned), you can issue a refund in your personal account on the Central Ring Road website.
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If you often travel along the Central Ring Road to work, sign up for a 3-month subscription - it’s cheaper than buying one-time passes. For example, a 300 km subscription for a passenger car will cost 6 000 ₽ instead of 12 000 ₽ when traveling at daily rates.

How to pay for travel on the Central Ring Road: methods and nuances

There is a system on the Central Ring Road free passage (free-flow), that is, there are no traditional payment points with barriers. Instead, automatic recording of vehicle license plates through cameras is used, and payment is debited after the fact. This is convenient, but requires advance preparation from the driver.

Payment methods:

  1. Through your personal account on the website Central Ring Road:
    • 🔹 Registration by car number and owner data.
    • 🔹 Top up your account with a bank card, SBP or through terminals.
    • 🔹 Automatic debiting of funds after travel.
  2. Mobile application "TsKAD" (available for iOS and Android):
    • 📱 Real-time travel notifications.
    • 💳 Linking several cars to one account.
    • 📊 Travel and expense history.
  3. Bank cards with auto payment:
    • 💳 Cards Sberbank, VTB, Tinkoff and other banks with auto-payment function.
    • 🔄 Funds are debited automatically within 5 days after travel.
  • Terminals and salons "Euroset"/"Svyaznoy":
    • 🏦 Payment by cash or card at terminals Qiwi, Eleksnet.
    • 📄Keep the payment receipt for 30 days (in case of disputes).

    ⚠️ Attention: If you have not paid for your travel within 10 days, penalties will begin to accrue - 0.1% of the debt amount per day. Via 30 days the debt is transferred to the bailiff service, and the fine increases to 5 000 ₽ (for individuals).

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    Traveling along the Central Ring Road can cost a fortune, especially if you travel daily. However, there are several proven ways to cut costs without breaking the rules:

    1. Use night rates

    C 22:00 to 6:00 fares are reduced by 30–40%. If your schedule allows, reschedule your trips overnight. For example, travel to 50 km during the day it will cost 400 ₽, and at night - in 300 ₽.

    2. Buy passes

    If you are driving along the Central Ring Road for more than 10 times a month, a subscription is more profitable than one-time payments. For example:

    • 📌 Subscription to 100 km for a passenger car: 2 500 ₽ (savings 1 500 ₽)
    • 📌 Subscription to 300 km for truck: 8 000 ₽ (savings up to 4 000 ₽)

    3. Combine routes

    Some sections of the Central Ring Road can be bypassed using free alternative roads. For example:

    • 🚗 Instead of paid Central Ring Road-3 (Odintsovo - Aprelevka) can be used Mozhaiskoe highway (free, but with traffic jams).
    • 🚛 It is more profitable for trucks to move onto A107 (Great Moscow Ring) in areas where the Central Ring Road is toll.

    4. Use cashback

    Some banks return part of the funds for travel on the Central Ring Road:

    • 💳 Tinkoff Black: to 5% cashback for payment through the application.
    • 💳 Sberbank Premium: to 10% bonuses when paying with a card.
    What happens if you don't pay for travel?

    If you ignore the payment notification, after 10 days penalties will begin to accrue (0.1% per day). After 30 days, the debt is transferred to the bailiffs, and the fine increases to 5,000 rubles. In addition, a ban may be imposed on registration actions with the car (for example, sale or re-registration).

    Fines for non-payment: how to avoid and what to do if you receive a fine

    The system for recording passages on the Central Ring Road is fully automated: cameras read vehicle license plates, and the data is transmitted to the processing center. If payment is not received within 10 days, the car owner receives a debt notification by mail or in his personal account at Central Ring Road website.

    Amounts of fines in 2026:

    • 📜 First notice: debt amount + penalty 0.1% per day.
    • ⚖️ After 30 days: fixed penalty 5 000 ₽ (for individuals) or 50 000 ₽ (for legal entities).
    • 🚔 In case of repeated violation: the penalty increases to 10 000 ₽ + a ban on registration actions with cars is possible.

    ⚠️ Attention: If you sold the car, but the new owner did not re-register it in his name, fines for driving on the Central Ring Road will be sent to your name. To avoid this, check the machine status via traffic police website and, if necessary, submit an application for deregistration.

    What to do if you receive a fine:

    1. Check the correctness of the data (car number, travel date).
    2. If the fine was incorrect (for example, you did not drive along the Central Ring Road on the specified day), file a complaint through personal account or by calling the hotline: 8 800 222-00-00.
    3. Pay the fine within 20 days - in this case there is a discount 50%.
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    Pay for travel on the Central Ring Road within 10 days - this way you will avoid penalties and fines. If you forgot to pay, check the debt using the car number on the Central Ring Road website or through the application.

    Alternative routes: when is it more profitable to bypass the Central Ring Road

    Although the Central Ring Road significantly reduces travel time, in some cases it is more profitable to use free alternatives. Let's look at the main options:

    1. A107 (Great Moscow Ring)

    Length: ~500 km (full ring).

    Pros:

    • ✅ Free travel.
    • ✅ Good coverage (in most areas).

    Cons:

    • ❌ Traffic jams during rush hours (especially on sections of the Moscow Ring Road).
    • ❌ Speed limit 90 km/h (at the Central Ring Road - 110 km/h).

    2. Radial exits (M1, M4, M7, etc.)

    If your route goes through radial routes (for example, M1 "Belarus" or M4 "Don"), sometimes it is more profitable to leave the Central Ring Road and drive along them. For example:

    • 🚗 From Odintsovo in Podolsk: along the Central Ring Road - ~400 ₽, by Kyiv highway - free (but longer for 20–30 minutes).
    • 🚛 From Lyubertsy in Noginsk: along the Central Ring Road - ~500 ₽, by Gorkovskoe highway - free (but with traffic jams).

    3. Bypass roads of the small ring

    For short trips (up to 20 km) you can use local roads, for example:

    • 📍 Novorizhskoe highway (alternative to TsKAD-3).
    • 📍 Shchelkovskoe highway (alternative to TsKAD-11).

    ⚠️ Attention: When choosing an alternative route, consider not only the cost, but also travel time, fuel consumption and car wear and tear. For example, traveling along the A107 may cost less money, but traffic jams will cost you more gas and time.

    Frequently asked questions about travel along the Central Ring Road

    🔹 Do I need to pay to travel along the Central Ring Road on a motorcycle?

    Yes, motorcycles are category 1 (like cars), so the tariffs for them are the same. However, some motorcycle owners complain that cameras do not read license plates correctly - in this case, you need to contact the Central Ring Road support service.

    🔹 Is it possible to pay for travel on the Central Ring Road through the "Transport Tax"?

    No, payment for travel on the Central Ring Road is not associated with transport tax. This is a separate fee for using the toll road. Transport tax is paid to the budget once a year, and travel on the Central Ring Road is paid upon use.

    🔹 What to do if the camera counted the number incorrectly?

    If you received a payment notification, but you did not travel along the Central Ring Road, you need to:

    1. Take a screenshot of your trip history (if you have a tracker or navigator).
    2. Contact the Central Ring Road support service via personal account or by phone 8 800 222-00-00.
    3. Provide evidence (photos from the parking lot, receipts from a gas station in another area, etc.).

    Usually such situations are resolved within 5–7 days.

    🔹 Are there discounts for electric vehicles?

    For 2026, there are no special discounts for electric vehicles on the Central Ring Road. However, the owners electric cars can sign up for a regular subscription or use nightly rates to save money.

    🔹 Is it possible to drive along the Central Ring Road without paying if I have a diagnostic card?

    No, the diagnostic card (MTPL) does not give the right to free travel. Benefits are provided only to certain categories of citizens (disabled people, veterans) upon presentation of the appropriate documents.