Surajbari Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 27 in Kutch district, Gujarat. It serves vehicles travelling between Rajkot, Morbi, Maliya, Surajbari, Samakhiyali, Bhachau, Gandhidham, Kandla and Bhuj.
The plaza is situated near the Surajbari bridge area on the Garamore–Samakhiyali section. This road is a major connection between mainland Gujarat and the Kutch region.
Older highway records may identify the route as NH 8A. Following the renumbering of National Highways, the corridor is now generally identified as NH 27.
Surajbari Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Surajbari Fee Plaza |
| Common name | Surajbari Toll Plaza |
| Location | Near Surajbari bridge and Samakhiyali |
| District | Kutch |
| State | Gujarat |
| Current highway number | NH 27 |
| Former highway number | NH 8A |
| Highway section | Garamore–Samakhiyali |
| Old project limits | Km 254.000 to Km 306.000 |
| New project chainage | Km 254.537 to Km 307.034 |
| Toll-plaza chainage | Km 286.655 |
| Current tollable distance | Approximately 51.463 km |
| Older rounded tollable length | Approximately 53 km |
| Toll-plaza code | 96001 |
| Project type | Public-funded |
| Highway configuration | Four-lane highway |
| Number of toll lanes | Ten |
| Commercial operation began | October 16, 2011 |
| Current collection agency | M/s Riddhi Siddhi Associates |
| Main payment method | FASTag |
| Toll control room | 8130006476 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Approximate coordinates | 23.233738, 70.689457 |
| Nearest police station | Samakhiyali Police Station |
| NHAI project office | PIU Gandhidham |
Surajbari Toll Plaza handles private cars, buses, tourist vehicles, port-bound trucks, trailers and heavy commercial vehicles travelling between Morbi and Kutch.
Surajbari Toll Plaza Rates
The following charges are applicable from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹100 | ₹150 | ₹3,295 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹160 | ₹240 | ₹5,325 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹335 | ₹500 | ₹11,160 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹365 | ₹550 | ₹12,170 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹525 | ₹785 | ₹17,495 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹525 | ₹785 | ₹17,495 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹640 | ₹960 | ₹21,300 |
A car, jeep or van pays ₹100 for one crossing.
An eligible outward and return journey costs ₹150 when both passages are completed within the permitted 24-hour period using the same FASTag.
The standard monthly pass for a car, jeep or van costs ₹3,295. This is different from the special local monthly pass available to qualifying residents.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹100 car charge applies to one passage through Surajbari Toll Plaza.
The ₹150 return rate covers one outward crossing and one eligible return crossing. It does not mean that ₹150 is charged separately in both directions.
A typical FASTag deduction may appear as:
- First crossing: ₹100
- Return crossing within 24 hours: ₹50
- Total outward and return charge: ₹150
The same active FASTag should be used for both journeys.
When a vehicle returns after the permitted period, the second crossing may be treated as another single journey and charged ₹100.
Drivers should keep both FASTag transaction messages until the return journey has been completed.
Local Commercial Vehicle Rates
Reduced rates are available for qualifying commercial vehicles registered within the district where Surajbari Toll Plaza is located.
| Vehicle category | Local commercial rate |
| Commercial car, jeep or van | ₹50 |
| Light commercial vehicle or minibus | ₹80 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹165 |
| Commercial vehicle with up to three axles | ₹185 |
| Four-to-six-axle vehicle | ₹260 |
| Heavy construction or earth-moving equipment | ₹260 |
| Vehicle with seven or more axles | ₹320 |
A Kutch district registration number may not automatically activate the concession.
The owner may be required to submit:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Valid commercial permit
- Registered residential or business-address proof
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Proof of regular local operation
- Completed concession application
- Documents requested by the toll administration
The approved concession is normally linked to the particular vehicle and FASTag.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Surajbari Toll Plaza may apply for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial car, jeep or van.
The local monthly-pass charge for 2026–27 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 toll administration must verify that the applicant’s residence is within the prescribed 20-kilometre distance.
The pass is linked to one resident, vehicle and FASTag. Owning a vehicle registered in Kutch district does not automatically activate the concession.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is:
Surajbari Toll Plaza, Km 286.655, NH 27, near Surajbari Bridge and Samakhiyali, Kutch District, Gujarat.
The approximate coordinates are:
- Latitude: 23.233738
- Longitude: 70.689457
Directions to Surajbari Toll Plaza
1. From Morbi
Travel west on NH 27 towards Maliya, Surajbari, Samakhiyali and Gandhidham.
Continue beyond Maliya on the Kutch-bound carriageway. Follow the toll-lane signs while approaching the Surajbari bridge corridor.
The road carries a high number of trucks serving Kandla, Mundra and Kutch’s industrial areas.
2. From Maliya
Join NH 27 towards Surajbari and Samakhiyali.
Continue west on the main highway. Surajbari Toll Plaza is reached before travelling farther into the Kutch region.
3. From Samakhiyali
Travel east on NH 27 towards Surajbari, Maliya, Morbi and Rajkot.
Remain on the Rajkot-bound carriageway and follow the toll signs while approaching Surajbari.
A driver beginning from the Samakhiyali side should distinguish Surajbari Toll Plaza from the separate Samakhiyali Toll Plaza.
4. From Gandhidham
Travel towards Samakhiyali using NH 41 and the appropriate highway connection.
From Samakhiyali, join NH 27 towards Surajbari, Maliya and Morbi.
A Gandhidham-to-Morbi journey may cross both Samakhiyali and Surajbari toll plazas because they cover separate road sections.
5. From Kandla
Use the suitable port road towards Gandhidham and Samakhiyali.
Join the highway towards Surajbari and Morbi. Heavy truck movement is common on this route, particularly near port and industrial connections.
6. From Bhuj
Travel towards Bhachau and Samakhiyali using the appropriate highway route.
From Samakhiyali, continue east on NH 27 towards Surajbari, Maliya and Morbi.
The complete Bhuj–Morbi journey may involve more than one toll plaza.
7. From Rajkot
Travel west towards Morbi and Maliya using NH 27.
Continue beyond Maliya towards Surajbari and Samakhiyali. The complete journey may cross other toll facilities depending on the selected route.
Surajbari and Samakhiyali Toll Plazas Are Different
Surajbari Toll Plaza and Samakhiyali Toll Plaza are separate toll collection points.
Surajbari Toll Plaza is located at Km 286.655 on the Garamore–Samakhiyali section of NH 27.
Samakhiyali Toll Plaza is located farther west at Km 308.600 on the Samakhiyali–Gandhidham section, which is associated with NH 41.
A vehicle travelling from Morbi towards Gandhidham or Kandla may cross both plazas.
Separate FASTag deductions at Surajbari and Samakhiyali are therefore not automatically duplicate charges. Each plaza covers a different highway section.
Drivers should compare:
- Exact plaza name
- Plaza code
- Transaction time
- Amount deducted
- Route followed
Surajbari Toll Plaza’s code is 96001.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Surajbari Toll Plaza.
Before travelling, drivers should ensure that the FASTag:
- Is active and has sufficient balance
- Is properly attached to the windscreen
- Is linked to the correct registration number
- Shows the correct vehicle category
- Has completed the required verification
- Is not damaged, suspended or blacklisted
Maintain sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead while entering a toll lane. This is particularly important behind trucks and trailers because driving too close may interfere with tag scanning.
The transaction message should display Surajbari Toll Plaza or plaza code 96001.
An incorrect deduction can be reported through the FASTag-issuing bank, RajmargYatra or National Highway helpline 1033.
FASTag Annual Pass
The NHAI FASTag Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for the 2026–27 financial year.
It is available for eligible privately registered, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans. The pass remains valid for one year from activation or 200 eligible toll-plaza crossings, whichever occurs first.
One passage through Surajbari Toll Plaza normally counts as one crossing. Passing through the plaza and later returning generally counts as two crossings.
Before purchasing or relying on the pass, drivers should confirm that:
- Surajbari Fee Plaza appears in the eligible-plaza list
- The vehicle is privately registered and non-commercial
- The registered category is car, jeep or van
- The FASTag is active and linked to the complete registration number
- The FASTag is properly attached to the same vehicle
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 near Km 269.500, with one facility on each side of the highway.
No dedicated public rest area is listed directly at Surajbari Toll Plaza. The Gujarat transport authorities have provided static weighbridge facilities in the corridor.
| Service | Contact number |
| National Highway assistance | 1033 |
| Highway emergency service | 1073 |
| Government ambulance | 108 |
| Medical emergency service | 102 |
| Toll control room | 8130006476 |
| Toll-plaza in-charge | 9373162612, 9992223077 |
| Crane assistance | 9373162610 |
| Additional crane assistance | 7880826136, 7878493025 |
| Ambulance assistance | 9978111129, 9979322386 |
| Additional ambulance assistance | 9825482452, 9978893368 |
| Route-patrol assistance | 9373162611 |
| Samakhiyali Police Station | 02837-283542 |
| NHAI PIU Gandhidham | 8130006130 |
| NHAI Regional Office, Gandhinagar | 8130006047 |
Nearby medical facilities include Waghad Hospital in Bhachau and medical centres in Samakhiyali.
When requesting assistance, provide:
- NH 27 as the highway number
- Direction of travel
- Nearest kilometre marker
- Nearby village or bridge
- Vehicle registration number
- Nature of the emergency
Traffic and Safety Tips
Surajbari Toll Plaza may experience increased traffic during:
- Morning and evening freight movement
- Festival and holiday travel
- Port-related truck movement
- Tourist journeys towards Kutch
- Rann of Kutch tourism season
- Road repairs or diversions
- Strong winds near the Surajbari bridge
- Monsoon rainfall
- Accidents involving heavy vehicles
Choose the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes near the booths.
The route carries tankers, trailers, buses and heavily loaded trucks. Maintain additional distance from large commercial vehicles.
Strong crosswinds may affect vehicles near the Surajbari bridge and open salt-marsh areas. Drivers of high-sided vehicles should reduce speed when weather conditions are poor.
Do not stop on the bridge, near the toll lanes or on the active highway shoulder except during a genuine emergency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Why do some records show NH 8A instead of NH 27?
NH 8A was the former highway number for this corridor. The Garamore–Samakhiyali section containing Surajbari Toll Plaza is now generally identified as NH 27.
Q2. Will a Morbi-to-Gandhidham journey cross two toll plazas?
Normally, yes. Vehicles using the main highway may cross Surajbari Toll Plaza on NH 27 and Samakhiyali Toll Plaza on the subsequent Samakhiyali–Gandhidham section.
Q3. Why did FASTag deduct ₹100 first and ₹50 during the return?
The eligible car return rate is ₹150 in total. The system may deduct ₹100 during the first crossing and the remaining ₹50 when the vehicle returns within 24 hours using the same FASTag.
Q4. How can an incorrect Surajbari FASTag deduction be challenged?
Save the transaction message and note the plaza name, date, time, amount and vehicle number. Report it through the FASTag-issuing bank, RajmargYatra or helpline 1033. Include both transaction records when disputing a return-journey charge.
