Ahmadpur Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 27 in Barabanki district, Uttar Pradesh. It serves vehicles travelling between Lucknow, Barabanki, Ramsanehighat, Rudauli, Ayodhya and destinations farther east.
The plaza’s official name is Ahamadpur Fee Plaza. Ahmadpur, Ahamadpur and Ahmedpur are different spellings used for the same toll plaza.
Older toll records continue to identify the road as NH 28. The Lucknow–Ayodhya highway section has since been renumbered as NH 27. Drivers may therefore see either highway number in maps, toll records or older documents.
Ahmadpur Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Ahamadpur Fee Plaza |
| Common names | Ahmadpur Toll Plaza and Ahmedpur Toll Plaza |
| Location | Near Ahmadpur village |
| District | Barabanki |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Current highway number | NH 27 |
| Former highway number | NH 28 |
| Highway section | Lucknow Bypass–Lucknow–Ayodhya |
| Toll-plaza chainage | Km 53.000 |
| Published tollable distance | Approximately 61.1002 km |
| Toll-plaza code | 187002 |
| Project type | Toll-Operate-Transfer project |
| Toll lanes | Twelve |
| Commercial operation began | January 1, 2013 |
| Toll operator | IRB Harihara Corridors Private Limited |
| Main payment method | FASTag |
| Toll control room | 8130007283 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Approximate coordinates | 26.858462, 81.419780 |
| Nearest police station | Jaidpur Police Station |
| NHAI project office | PIU Lucknow |
The plaza handles private cars, buses, taxis, tourist vehicles and substantial commercial traffic. Traffic may increase during festivals, public holidays and major religious events in Ayodhya.
Ahmadpur Toll Plaza Rates
The following toll charges are applicable from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹115 | ₹170 | ₹3,815 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹185 | ₹275 | ₹6,160 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹385 | ₹580 | ₹12,905 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹420 | ₹635 | ₹14,080 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹605 | ₹910 | ₹20,240 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹605 | ₹910 | ₹20,240 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹740 | ₹1,110 | ₹24,640 |
A car, jeep or van pays ₹115 for one crossing. An eligible return journey costs ₹170 when the outward and return crossings are completed within the permitted 24-hour period.
The standard monthly pass for a car, jeep or van costs ₹3,815. This is different from the concessional local-resident pass available to eligible people living near the toll plaza.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹115 car rate applies to one crossing through Ahmadpur Toll Plaza.
The ₹170 return rate covers an eligible outward and return journey. It is not charged separately in each direction.
For example, a car travelling from Lucknow towards Ayodhya and returning through Ahmadpur Toll Plaza within 24 hours may pay ₹170 in total instead of two separate ₹115 charges.
The same active FASTag should be used during both journeys. The toll system normally records the first crossing and adjusts the discounted return amount during the second crossing.
If the vehicle returns after the permitted period, the second crossing may be charged as a new single journey. Drivers should retain both FASTag transaction messages until the return journey is completed.
Local Commercial Vehicle Rates
Reduced rates may apply to eligible commercial vehicles registered within the district where the toll plaza is located.
| Vehicle category | Local commercial rate |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹55 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹90 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹195 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹210 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹305 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹305 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹370 |
A Barabanki district registration number may not be sufficient on its own. The vehicle owner may be required to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Commercial permit
- Address proof
- Business or operating documents
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Proof that the vehicle meets local-use conditions
The reduced rate should not be assumed to activate automatically. The vehicle and documents must be approved by the toll administration.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Ahmadpur Toll Plaza may qualify for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial car, jeep or van.
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 local-pass application
The pass is linked to a specific resident, vehicle and FASTag. Merely owning a vehicle registered in Barabanki district does not automatically qualify the owner.
The toll office must verify that the applicant lives within the permitted 20-kilometre distance before activating the pass.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is: Ahmadpur Toll Plaza, Km 53.000, NH 27, near Ahmadpur and Chhandwal, Barabanki District, Uttar Pradesh.
The approximate coordinates are:
- Latitude: 26.858462
- Longitude: 81.419780
Directions to Ahmadpur Toll Plaza
1. From Lucknow
Travel east towards Ayodhya using NH 27.
Continue through Chinhat and the Barabanki highway section. Remain on NH 27 towards Ramsanehighat, Rudauli and Ayodhya.
After passing the Barabanki side, follow the signs for Ahmadpur Toll Plaza and select the correct FASTag lane.
2. From Barabanki
Join NH 27 towards Ayodhya, Ramsanehighat and Rudauli.
Continue east on the main highway. The toll plaza is located near Ahmadpur village outside the main Barabanki city area.
3. From Ayodhya
Travel west on NH 27 towards Rudauli, Ramsanehighat, Barabanki and Lucknow.
Continue on the Lucknow-bound carriageway. Ahmadpur Toll Plaza is reached before entering the main Barabanki and Lucknow-side highway section.
4. From Rudauli
Join NH 27 towards Ramsanehighat, Barabanki and Lucknow.
Continue west on the main carriageway. Follow the toll-lane signs while approaching Ahmadpur.
5. From Jaidpur
Use the appropriate local road towards Ahmadpur and NH 27.
Join the highway only through an authorised junction. Select the Lucknow-bound or Ayodhya-bound carriageway according to the destination.
6. From Gorakhpur
Travel west on NH 27 through Basti and Ayodhya towards Lucknow.
The complete Gorakhpur–Lucknow journey includes other toll plazas. Ahmadpur’s ₹115 car charge should not be treated as the total toll for the entire route.
Ahmadpur and Other Barabanki Toll Plazas
Ahmadpur Toll Plaza should not be confused with Bara Toll Plaza or other toll facilities located in Barabanki district.
Ahmadpur is situated on the Lucknow–Ayodhya section of NH 27. Bara Toll Plaza is associated with a different highway route.
Drivers checking an unexpected FASTag deduction should compare:
- Toll-plaza name
- Plaza code
- Transaction date and time
- Highway travelled
- Vehicle registration number
- Amount deducted
The plaza code for Ahmadpur is 187002.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Ahmadpur Toll Plaza. Before travelling, drivers should ensure that the tag:
- Is active and has sufficient balance
- Is correctly attached to the windscreen
- Is linked to the correct registration number
- Shows the proper vehicle category
- Has completed the required KYC
- Is not damaged, suspended or blacklisted
Maintain enough distance from the vehicle ahead while entering the toll lane. Driving too close can prevent the scanner from identifying each FASTag separately.
Check the transaction message after crossing. An incorrect deduction can be reported through the FASTag-issuing bank or National Highway helpline.
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 toll plazas.
The annual pass costs ₹3,075 for the 2026–27 financial year. It remains valid for one year or 200 toll-plaza crossings, whichever is completed first.
Each one-way passage through Ahmadpur Toll Plaza normally counts as one crossing. Passing through the plaza and returning through it generally counts as two crossings.
Before purchasing the pass, drivers should confirm that:
- Ahmadpur or Ahamadpur Fee Plaza appears in the eligible-plaza list
- The vehicle is privately registered and non-commercial
- The vehicle category is car, jeep or van
- The FASTag is linked to the correct registration number
- The tag is active and KYC-compliant
The annual pass is activated on the existing FASTag and cannot be transferred to another vehicle.
Highway Facilities and Emergency Contacts
Two truck lay-bys are listed along the associated highway section. A dedicated public rest area or static weighbridge is not shown in the latest plaza listing.
| Service | Contact number |
| National Highway emergency assistance | 1033 |
| Toll control room | 8130007283 |
| Crane assistance | 7995107205 |
| Ambulance assistance | 9599293470 |
| Route-patrol assistance | 8707811698 |
| General emergency service | 112 |
| Government ambulance | 108 |
| Jaidpur Police Station | 9454403065 |
| NHAI PIU Lucknow | 8130006260 |
Drivers requesting assistance should provide the highway number, direction of travel, nearest kilometre marker, vehicle registration number and nature of the emergency.
Traffic and Safety Tips
The Lucknow–Ayodhya highway can experience heavy traffic during:
- Ram Navami and Deepotsav
- Major temple festivals in Ayodhya
- Weekends and public holidays
- Wedding seasons
- Long holiday periods
- Morning and evening travel hours
- Winter fog
Choose the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes near the booths. Maintain additional distance from buses, trucks and other heavy vehicles.
Winter fog can significantly reduce visibility. Drivers should reduce speed, use suitable lights and avoid stopping on the main carriageway.
During monsoon rain, allow additional braking distance and watch for local vehicles entering from service roads and village connections.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is Ahmadpur Toll Plaza before or after Barabanki when travelling from Lucknow?
A: It is reached after passing the main Barabanki side when travelling from Lucknow towards Ayodhya.
Q2: Why do some older toll records show a ₹120 car charge?
A: ₹120 was listed under the earlier 2025–26 rate schedule. The applicable car rate for April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027, is ₹115 for a single journey.
Q3: Does a same-day return cost ₹170 in total?
A: Yes, provided both crossings are completed within the permitted 24-hour period using the same eligible FASTag. A later return may be charged as another single journey.
Q4: Can the FASTag Annual Pass be used at Ahmadpur?
A: Eligible private, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans may use it when Ahmadpur Fee Plaza is shown as eligible in the RajmargYatra system.
