The Humber Bridge will increase its tolls for the first time since 2012, with the new prices due to take effect when the bridge’s upgraded ANPR-based tolling system launches in early 2026. The Humber Bridge Board confirmed that the rollout of the new Humber Bridge Toll system has been moved to February 2026 to allow more time for testing. Until then, the existing tolls remain unchanged.
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When the system launches, both account and non-account drivers will see a new pricing structure. Account users will continue to benefit from the lower rates currently offered through HumberTAG, while drivers who choose not to open an account will pay higher “guest” tolls.
| Vehicle type | Account customers | Non-account / Guest users |
| Cars | £1.50 | £2.00 |
| Vans | £4.00 | £5.00 |
| HGVs | £12.00 | £15.00 |
| Motorcycles | Free | Free |
Motorcycles will continue to cross for free. Concession schemes for disabled drivers and Castle Hill Hospital oncology patients will also continue unchanged.
A new tolling system with no booths
The upgrade represents a complete overhaul of how the bridge operates. Toll booths will be removed, and all drivers will pass through expanded two-lane corridors equipped with automatic number plate recognition. The system will identify vehicles and charge them through either an account or several new payment methods.
Existing account holders will no longer need a physical HumberTAG device. Deposits previously paid for active tags will be converted into account credit, and all personal information, balances and vehicle details will be transferred over automatically. Users will only need to create a new login and set up auto top-up when prompted ahead of the launch.
Non-account drivers—referred to as guest users—will be able to pay through a new website, a mobile app, by phone, or with cash at PayPoint locations. They will also have the option to pre-pay for up to ten crossings.
A stricter next-day payment rule
One of the most important changes is the introduction of a universal payment deadline. Once a vehicle has crossed the bridge, the toll must be paid by 23:59 the following day, regardless of the time of travel. This applies every day of the week.
If payment is missed, the system will issue an Unpaid Toll Notification and add a £25 administration fee on top of the toll. This rule applies to both account and non-account users.
Account holders should also be aware that balances can no longer go into the negative. The bridge authority recommends using auto top-up to avoid penalties, as payments made by bank transfer or standing order can take up to three days to appear.
What drivers and businesses need to know
Personal account holders will be able to register up to five vehicles under one account, making it suitable for households. Businesses will be able to manage up to 2,000 vehicles, benefit from bulk upload tools, and handle payments through the online platform. Operators moving abnormal loads will continue to be able to purchase one-off crossings online or via customer services.
Existing concession users will be migrated automatically, and eligibility rules remain unchanged. New concession applicants will need to set up a Humber Bridge Toll account and pay a one-off registration fee. Annual renewals will continue to require updated documents and a small renewal fee. Hospital concessions for eligible oncology patients will continue to be handled by the Queen’s Centre.
Why the toll increase is happening
According to the Humber Bridge Board, the price rise reflects substantial increases in the cost of maintaining and operating the bridge since 2012. The Board says toll revenue continues to be reinvested into essential works that ensure the bridge remains safe and serviceable for decades to come. The Humber Bridge currently sees around ten million journeys each year.
Launch expected in February 2026
The introduction of the new tolling system will take place over a weekend in February. HumberTAG accounts will close shortly before the changeover, the new roadway and ANPR lanes will open, toll booths will be retired, and—by Monday morning—the new website and mobile app will be fully live.
The new system is designed to reduce queues, simplify payments and give drivers more flexibility, marking the biggest operational change on the bridge in more than a decade.
