Nanguneri Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 44 in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu. It serves vehicles travelling between Tirunelveli, Nanguneri, Valliyur, Panagudi, Nagercoil and Kanyakumari.
The highway was formerly numbered NH 7. Therefore, older toll records, road signs and navigation listings may still describe the plaza as being on NH 7 or the Madurai–Kanyakumari highway.
Nanguneri Toll Plaza is situated near Nanguneri town on the Tirunelveli–Kanyakumari section. It handles private cars, tourist vehicles, interstate buses, trucks and other commercial traffic using the main north–south highway through southern Tamil Nadu.
Nanguneri Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Nanguneri Fee Plaza |
| Common names | Nanguneri Toll Plaza and Nanguneri Toll Gate |
| Location | Near Nanguneri town |
| Taluk | Nanguneri |
| District | Tirunelveli |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Current highway number | NH 44 |
| Former highway number | NH 7 |
| Highway section | Madurai–Tirunelveli–Panagudi–Kanyakumari |
| Toll-plaza chainage | Km 185.387 |
| Current tollable distance | Approximately 63.170 km |
| Toll-plaza code | 360039 |
| Project type | Public-funded |
| Project configuration | Four-lane highway |
| Number of toll lanes | Ten |
| Commercial operation began | May 23, 2011 |
| Fee rules | National Highways Fee Rules, 2008, as amended |
| Toll operator | Nanguneri Kanyakumari Tollway Limited |
| Main payment method | FASTag |
| Toll control room | 8130007223 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Approximate coordinates | 8.527035, 77.663289 |
| Nearest police station | Nanguneri Police Station |
Some older project documents show a tollable distance of approximately 54.975 kilometres for the Moondradaippu–Anjugramam section. The current toll-plaza listing uses a tollable length of approximately 63.170 kilometres for the broader highway section.
Nanguneri Toll Plaza Rates
The following toll charges are applicable from May 25, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹120 | ₹175 | ₹3,925 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹190 | ₹285 | ₹6,345 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹400 | ₹600 | ₹13,290 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹435 | ₹650 | ₹14,500 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹625 | ₹940 | ₹20,845 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹625 | ₹940 | ₹20,845 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹760 | ₹1,140 | ₹25,375 |
A car, jeep or van pays ₹120 for a single crossing. An eligible return journey costs ₹175 when the outward and return crossings are completed within the permitted 24-hour period.
The monthly-pass charges in the table are standard frequent-user rates for the respective vehicle categories. They are different from the concessional ₹360 local monthly pass available to qualifying residents.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹120 car rate applies to one crossing through Nanguneri Toll Plaza.
The ₹175 return rate covers an eligible outward and return journey. It does not mean that ₹175 is charged separately in each direction.
For example, a car travelling through the plaza towards Kanyakumari and returning through the same plaza within the permitted 24-hour period may be charged a total return rate of ₹175 instead of two separate ₹120 single-journey charges.
The same active FASTag should be used for both crossings. The system normally records the first transaction and applies the remaining return-journey amount during the second crossing.
A vehicle returning after the permitted period may be charged another single-journey rate. Drivers should keep both FASTag transaction messages until the return journey is complete.
Local Commercial Vehicle Rates
Reduced toll rates may be available to qualifying commercial vehicles registered in Tirunelveli district.
| Vehicle category | Local commercial rate |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹60 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹95 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹200 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹215 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹315 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹315 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹380 |
A Tirunelveli district registration number may not be sufficient by itself. The vehicle owner may be asked to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Commercial permit
- Address proof
- Business or operational documents
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Proof that the vehicle meets the local-use conditions
The reduced commercial rate should not be assumed to activate automatically. Vehicle owners should confirm eligibility with the toll administration.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Nanguneri Toll Plaza may qualify for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial vehicle.
The local monthly-pass charge for the 2026–27 financial year is: ₹360 per month
Applicants may be required to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Aadhaar card or another identity document
- Current residential-address proof
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Registered mobile number
- Recent photograph
- Completed application form
The pass is normally linked to a particular resident, vehicle and FASTag. Owning a vehicle registered in Tirunelveli district does not automatically qualify the owner for the concession.
The applicant’s residential distance from the toll plaza must be verified by the toll office. Commercial vehicles are governed by separate concession rules.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is: Nanguneri Toll Plaza, Km 185.387, NH 44, near Nanguneri, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu.
The approximate coordinates are:
Latitude: 8.527035
Longitude: 77.663289
Directions to Nanguneri Toll Plaza
1. From Tirunelveli
Join NH 44 and travel south towards Nanguneri, Valliyur, Panagudi and Nagercoil.
Continue on the main Kanyakumari-bound carriageway. Follow the toll-lane signs while approaching the Nanguneri section.
The plaza is reached before entering the main southern section towards Valliyur and Panagudi.
2. From Nanguneri Town
Use the authorised local road connecting Nanguneri with NH 44.
Select the Tirunelveli-bound or Kanyakumari-bound carriageway according to the destination. Avoid entering the highway through unauthorised openings or wrong-way service roads.
3. From Valliyur
Travel north on NH 44 towards Nanguneri and Tirunelveli.
Continue on the main Tirunelveli-bound carriageway. Follow the signs for Nanguneri Toll Plaza and choose the correct FASTag lane before reaching the booths.
4. From Panagudi
Join NH 44 towards Valliyur, Nanguneri and Tirunelveli.
Continue north through the main highway section. Nanguneri Toll Plaza is reached after travelling through the Valliyur side.
5. From Nagercoil
Travel north on NH 44 towards Aralvaimozhi, Panagudi, Valliyur, Nanguneri and Tirunelveli.
Continue on the main highway without leaving through local service roads. The journey may involve another toll plaza depending on the starting point and chosen route.
6. From Kanyakumari
Join NH 44 towards Nagercoil and continue north towards Panagudi, Valliyur and Nanguneri.
Nanguneri’s ₹120 car rate should not be treated as the complete toll cost between Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli because additional toll points may apply along the full route.
7. From Madurai
Travel south on NH 44 through Virudhunagar, Sattur, Kovilpatti, Kayathar and Tirunelveli.
Continue beyond Tirunelveli towards Nanguneri and Kanyakumari. The complete journey includes multiple highway sections and may involve several toll plazas.
Nanguneri and Salaipudur Toll Plazas Are Different
Nanguneri Toll Plaza and Salaipudur Toll Plaza are separate toll collection points on the Madurai–Kanyakumari highway corridor.
Salaipudur Toll Plaza is located farther north near the Kovilpatti and Kayathar region. Nanguneri Toll Plaza is located much farther south in Tirunelveli district.
Vehicles travelling the complete route between Madurai and Kanyakumari may cross both plazas, along with other applicable toll points.
The ₹120 car toll at Nanguneri covers the Nanguneri toll section. It is not the total toll charge for the complete Madurai–Kanyakumari journey.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard toll-payment method at Nanguneri Toll Plaza. Before travelling, drivers should ensure that the tag:
- Is active and has sufficient balance
- Is fixed correctly to the windscreen
- Is linked to the correct registration number
- Shows the correct vehicle category
- Has completed the required KYC process
- Is not damaged, suspended or blacklisted
Maintain sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead while entering the toll lane. Driving too close may interfere with the scanner and cause a delayed or incorrect transaction.
Drivers should check the FASTag message after crossing. Incorrect deductions can be reported to the issuing bank or through the National Highway helpline.
A vehicle entering the toll lane without a valid FASTag may be charged according to the applicable penalty rules.
FASTag Annual Pass
Eligible privately registered, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans may use the NHAI FASTag Annual Pass at approved National Highway and National Expressway fee plazas.
The annual pass costs ₹3,075 for the 2026–27 financial year. It is valid for one year or 200 toll-plaza crossings, whichever is completed first.
At an open toll plaza such as Nanguneri, each passage in one direction counts as one crossing. Travelling through the plaza and later returning normally counts as two crossings.
Before purchasing the pass, drivers should confirm that:
- Nanguneri Fee Plaza appears in the eligible-plaza list
- The vehicle is privately registered and non-commercial
- The registered vehicle category is car, jeep or van
- The FASTag is linked to the correct registration number
- The tag is active and compliant with the required verification rules
The annual pass is activated on the vehicle’s existing FASTag. It cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
Highway Facilities
Facilities connected with Nanguneri Toll Plaza and its highway section include:
- Truck lay-by near Km 169.000
- Static weighbridges on both sides near Km 185.380
- Ambulance assistance
- Crane and recovery assistance
- Route-patrol service
- Toll control-room support
- National Highway emergency assistance
A dedicated public rest area is not listed directly at the plaza. Drivers planning a long journey should stop only at authorised fuel stations, restaurants or rest facilities.
Emergency Services and Contact Numbers
| Service | Contact number |
| National Highway emergency assistance | 1033 |
| Toll control room | 8130007223 |
| Crane assistance | 8925534058, 8925534059 |
| Ambulance assistance | 8925534053, 8925534054, 7904114925 |
| Route-patrol assistance | 8925534049 |
| Nanguneri Police Station | 04635-250112 |
| NHAI PIU Nagercoil | 8130006182 |
| NHAI Regional Office, Madurai | 8130006055 |
When requesting assistance, provide the highway number, travel direction, nearest kilometre marker, vehicle registration number and nature of the emergency.
Traffic and Safety Tips
NH 44 carries substantial private, tourist, bus and commercial traffic between Tirunelveli, Nagercoil and Kanyakumari.
Traffic may increase during:
- Weekends and public holidays
- Summer and year-end tourist seasons
- Major temple festivals
- School and college holiday periods
- Morning and evening bus-travel hours
- Festival journeys towards Kanyakumari and Kerala
Drivers should select the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes near the booths. Maintain a safe distance from buses, trucks and other heavy vehicles.
Strong winds and heavy rain can affect parts of the southern highway. Reduce speed during monsoon weather and maintain additional braking distance.
Local vehicles, motorcycles and autorickshaws may enter or leave through service-road connections near Nanguneri. Drivers should remain alert even after leaving the toll-plaza area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the car toll at Nanguneri Toll Plaza?
A car, jeep or van pays ₹120 for a single journey. An eligible return journey completed within the permitted period costs ₹175.
Q2. Is ₹175 charged separately in both directions?
No. ₹175 is the total eligible return-journey charge. It covers the outward and return crossings completed within the permitted 24-hour period.
Q3. Is Nanguneri Toll Plaza on NH 44 or NH 7?
It is on present-day NH 44. Older toll records and road references may show NH 7, which was the highway’s former number.
Q4. Where is Nanguneri Toll Plaza located?
It is located at Km 185.387 on NH 44 near Nanguneri town in Tirunelveli district, Tamil Nadu.
Q5. What is the standard monthly pass for a car?
The standard monthly pass for a car, jeep or van is ₹3,925 under the rates applicable from May 25, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
Q6. Is a local resident monthly pass available?
Yes. An eligible resident living within 20 kilometres of the plaza may apply for a ₹360 monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial vehicle.
Q7. Are motorcycles charged at Nanguneri Toll Plaza?
Two-wheelers are generally exempt from National Highway user fees. Riders should use the designated passage and follow the signs displayed near the plaza.
Q8. Is Nanguneri Toll Plaza the same as Salaipudur Toll Plaza?
No. They are separate toll plazas. Salaipudur is farther north, while Nanguneri is located in Tirunelveli district closer to Valliyur and Kanyakumari.
Q9. Can the FASTag Annual Pass be used at Nanguneri?
Eligible private, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans may use the annual pass when Nanguneri appears in the approved-plaza list on RajmargYatra.
Q10. What is the Nanguneri Toll Plaza contact number?
The published toll control-room number is 8130007223.
Q11. What number should be called during an emergency?
Call 1033 for National Highway emergency assistance. Separate ambulance, crane and route-patrol numbers are also available.
