Patas Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 65 in Pune district, Maharashtra. It serves vehicles travelling between Pune, Hadapsar, Loni Kalbhor, Yavat, Patas, Indapur and Solapur. The road was formerly numbered NH 9 and is still widely known as the Pune–Solapur Highway.
The plaza is located near Patas village in Daund taluka. It forms part of Package I of the Pune–Solapur highway project, covering the section between kilometre 40 and kilometre 144.400. Private cars, passenger buses, industrial vehicles and long-distance freight traffic regularly use this corridor.
Patas Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Patas Toll Plaza |
| Location | Patas, Daund taluka, Pune district |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Current highway number | NH 65 |
| Former highway number | NH 9 |
| Highway stretch | Pune–Solapur Package I |
| Project limits | Km 40.000 to Km 144.400 |
| Toll-plaza chainage | Km 65.000 |
| Tollable distance | Approximately 36.425 km |
| Toll-plaza code | 54001 |
| Project type | BOT Toll Project |
| Project lanes | Four |
| Toll lanes | 14 |
| Collection agency | Pune Solapur Expressways Private Limited |
| Payment method | FASTag and approved digital methods |
| Highway helpline | 1033 |
| PIN code | 412219 |
| Approximate coordinates | 18.424491, 74.466193 |
NHAI records place Patas Toll Plaza at kilometre 65 of the Pune–Solapur project. The plaza has 14 toll lanes, while the tollable distance attributed to it is approximately 36.425 kilometres.
Patas Toll Plaza Rates
The following toll charges are effective from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The return rate normally applies when the second crossing is completed within 24 hours using the same vehicle and FASTag.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹95 | ₹145 | ₹3,245 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹155 | ₹235 | ₹5,140 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹330 | ₹495 | ₹10,980 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹515 | ₹775 | ₹17,220 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹515 | ₹775 | ₹17,220 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹515 | ₹775 | ₹17,220 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹630 | ₹945 | ₹20,965 |
A car, jeep or van currently pays ₹95 for a single crossing and ₹145 for an eligible return journey. Drivers should check the toll display and FASTag transaction message because the final charge depends on the vehicle category registered with the FASTag provider.
Local Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Patas Toll Plaza may qualify for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial vehicle. The local-pass charge for the 2026–27 financial year is ₹360 per month.
Applicants may be asked to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Proof of residential address
- Aadhaar card or another identity document
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Registered mobile number
- Recent photograph, if requested
The concession is linked to an eligible resident and a particular vehicle. Having a Pune district registration number alone does not automatically provide the local rate.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is: Patas Toll Plaza, Km 65, NH 65, Patas, Daund Taluka, Pune District, Maharashtra 412219.
The toll plaza is situated south of Patas village on the Pune–Solapur Highway. Its approximate official coordinates are 18.424491 latitude and 74.466193 longitude. Digital maps may also show nearby localities such as Virobawadi, Ravangaon or Daund.
Directions to Patas Toll Plaza
1. From Pune or Hadapsar
Travel east on NH 65 towards Hadapsar, Loni Kalbhor, Uruli Kanchan, Yavat and Solapur. Continue beyond Yavat towards Patas. Remain on the main highway and follow the overhead toll-lane signs when approaching kilometre 65.
2. From Solapur or Indapur
Travel west on NH 65 towards Indapur, Bhigwan, Kurkumbh, Patas and Pune. Continue through the Solapur–Pune corridor until reaching Patas Toll Plaza.
3. From Daund
Use the Daund–Patas Road towards Patas and join NH 65 through an authorised highway junction. Choose the Pune-bound or Solapur-bound carriageway according to the destination.
4. From Baramati
Travel towards Patas through the appropriate local route, generally using the Baramati–Patas connection. Join NH 65 legally and follow signs towards Pune or Solapur.
5. From Ahmednagar
Use the suitable route towards Daund or Patas, depending on current road conditions. Join NH 65 near Patas and select the required carriageway. Live navigation is recommended because regional connecting roads may experience temporary diversions.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Patas Toll Plaza. Drivers should keep the tag active, correctly fixed to the windscreen and linked to the correct registration number.
Maintain sufficient balance and check that the vehicle category is accurate. A damaged, blacklisted or wrongly classified tag may result in delays or an incorrect deduction.
Traffic and Travel Tips
The Pune–Solapur corridor carries regular commuter, industrial and freight traffic. Congestion may increase around Hadapsar, Loni Kalbhor, Yavat, Kurkumbh and Indapur, particularly during weekday peak hours, weekends and pilgrimage travel periods.
NHAI has undertaken repairs on the Pune–Solapur Highway, while additional underpasses have been planned to separate local village traffic from through-traffic. Drivers should watch for temporary speed limits, construction diversions and changed lane markings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Are motorcycles charged at Patas Toll Plaza?
A: No. NHAI does not levy user fees on two-wheelers at National Highway and National Expressway toll plazas. Riders should use the passage indicated by the plaza signs.
Q2: Is Patas Toll Plaza the same as Sardewadi Toll Plaza?
A: No. Patas Toll Plaza is near Daund at kilometre 65 of NH 65. Sardewadi Toll Plaza is farther east near Indapur. A vehicle travelling a longer distance between Pune and Solapur may cross both plazas.
Q3: Can the FASTag Annual Pass be used at Patas?
A: Eligible owners of private, non-commercial vehicles can check Patas Plaza’s coverage through RajmargYatra. The FASTag Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for 2026–27 and remains valid for one year or 200 covered toll-plaza crossings, whichever occurs first.
Q4: What happens if the return trip is made after 24 hours?
A: The discounted return rate normally applies only when the second crossing is completed within the permitted 24-hour period. A later crossing may be charged as a new single journey.
Q5: What emergency assistance is available near the plaza?
A: For National Highway assistance, call 1033. Published plaza information lists 8956978313 for ambulance assistance, 8956978316 for crane service and 8956978312 for route patrol. Patas Police Outpost is the nearest listed police facility.
