Highway driving

Autostrada Driving Rules in Italy 2025

Quick answer

Italian motorways (autostrade) have a 130 km/h limit (110 km/h in rain). Most are toll roads. Telepass allows electronic payment. Dipped headlights required on all roads outside urban areas.

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Autostrada driving in Italy

Speed limits

ConditionLimit
Dry130 km/h
Rain110 km/h
New drivers (3 yrs)100 km/h
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Tolls

  • Most autostrade have tolls
  • Take ticket (biglietto) at entry
  • Pay at exit (cash/card/Telepass)

Required equipment

  • Reflective vest
  • Warning triangle
  • Dipped headlights (always, outside towns)

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