January Values: Check & Review 2024

Coquimbo Region Tolls to Rise in 2026, But Increase is Lowest in Five Years

Meta Description: New toll rates are set to take effect on January 1, 2026, in Chile’s Coquimbo Region, reflecting a modest 3.4% increase due to stabilized inflation.

As of January 1, 2026, drivers traveling on highways in chile’s Coquimbo Region will face increased toll rates. The adjustments, mandated by concession contracts, reflect accumulated inflation over the past year, but represent the smallest increase in half a decade. The moderate rise offers a degree of relief to commuters and transportation businesses bracing for potential cost hikes.

Inflation Stabilization Drives Lower Adjustment

According to a statement from the Minister of Public Works, Javier Sandoval, the toll increases are in line wiht the terms of the concession agreements. “As of January 1, 2026, the concessioned highways in the Coquimbo Region, specifically the route connecting Los Vilos with La Serena, will update their rates in accordance with their contracts,” Sandoval explained. He further noted that the 3.4% adjustment is the lowest recorded in the last five years, attributing it to the stabilization of inflation, with a projected Consumer Price Index (CPI) of around 3.4%.

This comparatively small increase is welcome news for families, transporters, and regular highway users, who have experienced more significant toll hikes in previous years.

sacyr Group Implements Rate Changes

The Sacyr group, the concessionaire responsible for several routes in the region, confirmed that the new rates went into effect at midnight on January 1st. A company release stated that the rate increases are being implemented “as established in the contractual relationship defined in the Tender Terms.”

Sacyr manages the following concessions:

• Elqui Route Concessionaire Company (Los Vilos-La Serena)
• Algarrobo Route Concessionaire Company (La Serena-Vallenar)
• Ruta del Limarí Concessionaire Company (improvement and conservation of Route 43)

new Toll Values Breakdown

The specific toll values vary depending on the route and vehicle type. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the new rates:

Las Cardas Toll:

• motorcycles: $1,100
• Cars and Trucks: $3,700
• Two-Axle Buses: $6,650
• two-Axle Trucks: $6,650
• Buses with More Than Two Axles: $6,650
• Trucks with More Than Two Axles: $11,850

elqui Route:

• Motos: $1,250
• Cars and trucks: $4,250
• Buses and Two-Axle Trucks: $7,600
• Two-Axle Agricultural and Construction Machines: $7,600
• Buses and Trucks with More Than Two Axles: $13,550

Additionally, the lateral toll towards Guanaqueros will cost $1,100 for cars and trucks.

These adjustments, while necessary under the terms of the concession contracts, represent a measured response to economic conditions, offering a small measure of financial predictability for those who rely on the Coquimbo Region’s highway network.

Chile’s Toll System- Toll roads are common in Chile,managed by private concessionaires under contracts with the government. Revenue funds highway maintenance and improvements.

Concession Contracts- These agreements outline how frequently enough and by what percentage toll rates can increase, typically tied to inflation and infrastructure investments.

sacyr in Chile- Spanish infrastructure company Sacyr has a significant presence in Chile, operating several key highway concessions across the country.