Senegal’s toll-motorway network has expanded significantly since the first Dakar–Diamniadio section opened in 2013. Knowing the rates and the toll points helps you plan both your budget and your route more effectively.

The A1 motorway: Dakar ↔ AIBD

This is the most heavily used corridor, linking central Dakar to Blaise-Diagne International Airport (AIBD). Several toll points dot the route:

  • Pikine toll: the first toll booth as you leave Dakar heading east.
  • Malika toll: on the section toward Diamniadio.
  • Diamniadio toll: the junction between the main motorway and the spurs toward Thiès / Mbour.
  • Diass toll: as you approach the airport.

Indicative rate, central Dakar ↔ AIBD for a light vehicle (sedan, compact SUV): around 3,600 to 3,900 FCFA each way (≈ €5.50 to €6). Pick-ups and larger SUVs may pay slightly more, depending on the number of axles or the vehicle’s size.

Cash only — bring small notes

None of Senegal’s tolls accept cards or mobile payment (Wave, Orange Money). Have FCFA cash ready in small denominations — the booth attendants do give change, but large notes (10,000 FCFA) slow the line. Ideally, keep 4,000 to 5,000 FCFA per crossing within reach.

The VDN: Voie de Dégagement Nord

The VDN is a fast cross-Dakar route running east to west, linking the Corniche to Les Almadies via Sacré-Cœur, Liberté 6, and Les Pommiers. Some sections are tolled (an inner-Dakar toll), others are free. It’s particularly handy for connecting the A1 motorway to the northern neighborhoods of the peninsula without crossing the city center.

Other toll routes

  • Ila Touba motorway: connects Dakar to Touba (the Mouride capital, 180 km) via Thiès. Tolls on several sections. Traffic on this route is exceptional during the Grand Magal (annual pilgrimage).
  • Extension toward Thiès: the motorway spur from Diamniadio toward Thiès is partially in service. Check the latest status with your rental partner before a long trip.

National roads: free but slower

The national roads (N1, N2, N3…) are toll-free. They’re the alternative to the motorways for tighter budgets or for travelers who want to cross towns and villages along the way. A few markers:

  • N1 (Dakar → Mbour → Kaolack): a good road, but you cross towns regularly and there are frequent speed bumps. Expect 30 to 40% more travel time vs. the motorway.
  • N2 (Thiès → Saint-Louis): a properly maintained two-lane road. Heavy truck traffic between Thiès and Louga. Best avoided at night.
  • Sindia road (AIBD → Saly): a free national road, 40–50 minutes. Generally good condition, and a useful alternative to going via Mbour.

Budgeting tolls for your trip

To help you plan, here are estimates by trip type:

  • Dakar-only stay (intra-city driving, VDN): budget 3,000 to 8,000 FCFA in tolls per day depending on how much you use the VDN.
  • AIBD → Dakar → AIBD (round trip): around 7,200 to 8,000 FCFA.
  • Dakar → Saint-Louis round trip: around 7,000 to 10,000 FCFA in tolls on the motorway sections.
  • Dakar → Saly, one way: no tolls if you take the Sindia road; around 2,000 to 3,000 FCFA via the A1 motorway + the Mbour spur.

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FAQ

Do tolls accept cards or Wave?

No. As of 2026, every Senegalese toll booth operates in cash only (FCFA). Always keep small-denomination notes within reach in the cabin.

Is the rate the same for a sedan and an SUV?

For light, two-axle vehicles (sedans, SUVs, standard pick-ups), the rate is identical. Three-axle or oversized vehicles fall under different tariffs. Your rental contract specifies the category your vehicle belongs to.

Can I avoid the tolls between Dakar and Saint-Louis?

Yes — take the N2 from Thiès up to Saint-Louis, with a stretch of N1 from Dakar. The trip is about 45 minutes to an hour longer, but the roads are drivable and toll-free.