Kappalur Toll Plaza, Thirumangalam, Madurai: Rates, Address, Location, Direction

Kappalur Toll Plaza is a major fee-collection point on National Highway 44 in Madurai district, Tamil Nadu. It serves vehicles travelling between Madurai, Thirumangalam, Virudhunagar, Kovilpatti, Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari. The highway was formerly numbered NH 7 and remains one of the principal north–south road corridors in India.

The plaza is situated near Kappalur and Urappanur, south of Madurai city. It forms part of the Madurai–Virudhunagar highway section and handles private cars, long-distance buses and commercial vehicles. Its official location is at kilometre 18.652 of the tolled project.

Kappalur Toll Plaza Quick Overview

NHAI’s toll-information system lists ten toll lanes and a static weighbridge on both sides near kilometre 18.950. The nearest listed police facility is Thirumangalam Town Police Station.

Kappalur Toll Plaza Rates

The following toll charges are effective from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027. The return-journey rate generally applies when the second crossing is completed within the permitted 24-hour period.

A car, jeep or van currently pays ₹105 for a single crossing and ₹160 for an eligible return journey. Qualifying local commercial vehicles have separate reduced rates, including ₹55 for the car or van category. The amount displayed at the plaza and shown in the FASTag transaction should be treated as final on the journey date.

Local Monthly Pass

A person living within 20 kilometres of Kappalur Toll Plaza may qualify for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial vehicle. The prescribed local-pass rate for the 2026–27 financial year is ₹360 per month.

Eligible residents can now apply for a local pass digitally through the RajmargYatra application. This facility allows qualifying users to complete verification and purchase the pass without repeatedly visiting the toll office.

Applicants may need:

• Vehicle registration certificate
• Proof of residential address
• Identity document
• Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
• Registered mobile number

The local concession is linked to a particular resident, vehicle and FASTag. Living in Madurai district alone does not automatically provide an exemption.

Address and Exact Location

The commonly used address is: Kappalur Toll Plaza, NH 44, Urappanur, near Kappalur, Thirumangalam Taluk, Madurai District, Tamil Nadu 625008.

The approximate coordinates are 9.8442 latitude and 78.0111 longitude. The plaza is near Kappalur Industrial Estate and lies between Madurai city and Thirumangalam.

Directions to Kappalur Toll Plaza

1. From Madurai City

Travel south towards Tirupparankundram and Thirumangalam and join NH 44. Continue through the Kappalur industrial area towards Virudhunagar. The toll plaza appears before Thirumangalam.

2. From Madurai Airport

Leave the airport using Airport Road and follow the recommended connection towards the Madurai Ring Road or NH 44. Join the southbound highway towards Kappalur, Thirumangalam and Virudhunagar.

3. From Thirumangalam

Travel north on NH 44 towards Madurai. Continue past the local junctions and follow the overhead signs while approaching Kappalur Toll Plaza.

4. From Virudhunagar or Tirunelveli

Travel north on NH 44 towards Thirumangalam and Madurai. Continue through the Virudhunagar–Thirumangalam corridor. The toll plaza is reached shortly after passing the Thirumangalam side.

5. From Dindigul

Travel south towards Madurai on NH 44. Use the recommended bypass or ring-road connection and continue towards Tirupparankundram, Kappalur and Thirumangalam.

Live navigation is advisable because local diversions, demonstrations or traffic near Kappalur Industrial Estate can affect the approach.

FASTag and Payment Information

FASTag is the standard payment method at Kappalur Toll Plaza. Drivers should ensure that the tag is active, properly fixed to the windscreen and linked to the correct vehicle registration number.

Maintain sufficient balance and verify the registered vehicle category before travelling. Leave adequate space from the vehicle ahead so that the scanner can read each FASTag separately.

Traffic and Travel Tips

The highway carries city traffic, long-distance buses and freight vehicles throughout the day. Traffic can increase during morning and evening peak periods, weekends and major festivals.

Drivers should select the correct lane early and avoid sudden lane changes. Additional time may be required near Kappalur Industrial Estate and Thirumangalam. The High Court has also directed the authorities to maintain the toll-plaza area in a hassle-free condition.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Are motorcycles charged at Kappalur Toll Plaza?

A: No. Two-wheelers are generally exempt from user fees at National Highway toll plazas. Riders should use the passage indicated by the toll-plaza signs.

Q2: Is Kappalur Toll Plaza the same as Thirumangalam Toll Plaza?

A: Kappalur is sometimes informally called Thirumangalam Toll Plaza because it lies in Thirumangalam taluk and close to the town. Its official name remains Kappalur Toll Plaza.

Q3: Has Kappalur Toll Plaza been shifted or removed?

A: No confirmed relocation has taken place. Current toll records continue to list the plaza at kilometre 18.652. Local groups have campaigned for its relocation, but the toll facility remains operational.

Q4: Can the FASTag Annual Pass be used at Kappalur?

A: Eligible private, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans can check Kappalur’s coverage through RajmargYatra. The Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for 2026–27 and remains valid for 12 months or 200 covered crossings, whichever occurs first.

Q5: What emergency help is available near the plaza?

A: For National Highway assistance, call 1033. Published plaza information also lists 7428868816, 9047095893 and 9600596972 for ambulance support, 8925534055 for crane assistance and 8870727647 for route patrol.