Malelane Toll Gate Fees
The Malelane Toll Gate, officially known as the Nkomazi Toll Plaza, is located on the N4 route just before the Mozambique border near Komatipoort. This toll is part of the Maputo Corridor operated by TRAC and is one of the final checkpoints before entering or exiting South Africa through the Lebombo border post. Get accurate toll prices from our Toll Gate Calculator.
Whether you’re heading to Kruger National Park, crossing the border, or returning to Gauteng, it’s important to understand what you’ll pay at this toll gate and how to prepare for it.
Table Content
- Current Malelane Toll Gate Fees (2025)
- Where the Toll Gate Is Located
- Estimated Travel Costs Including This Toll
- Payment Options
- Important Notes for Drivers
Current Malelane Toll Gate Fees
As of March 2025, the confirmed toll fee for light vehicles (Class 1) at Malelane is:
R89.00 per trip
For larger vehicles, tolls are calculated based on the number of axles. TRAC uses the standard 4-class vehicle system:
- Class 1: Cars, bakkies, and motorcycles
- Class 2: Small trucks and vans with two axles
- Class 3: Trucks with 3 or 4 axles
- Class 4: Heavy-duty vehicles with 5 or more axles
If you’re pulling a trailer or driving a commercial vehicle, your cost will be higher depending on the axle count.
Where the Toll Gate Is Located
The toll plaza is positioned on the N4 highway about 18 km west of Malelane town in Mpumalanga, just before reaching the Komatipoort border area. All eastbound and westbound traffic on the N4 must pass through this plaza.
This route is commonly used by:
- Travellers heading to Kruger National Park via the Malelane Gate
- Cross-border traffic between South Africa and Mozambique
- Transport operators moving goods between Gauteng and Maputo
Estimated Travel Costs Including This Toll
If you’re driving from Johannesburg to the Kruger area via Malelane, you will pass through multiple tolls. Here’s a breakdown of estimated one-way toll fees for a standard light vehicle (Class 1):
| Route Toll Plazas | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Middelburg Toll Plaza | R79 |
| Machado Toll Plaza | R118 |
| Malelane (Nkomazi) Toll | R89 |
| Total One-Way Cost | R286 |
Round trip total: R572
This estimate does not include fuel or additional provincial tolls if you take alternative routes.
Payment Options
The Malelane Toll Gate accepts the following payment methods:
- Cash in South African Rand
- Most South African credit cards (Visa and Mastercard)
- Note: Some tolls on the TRAC route may not accept debit cards or contactless payments, so carry physical cash as a backup
Always ensure your payment method is working before travel, especially if you’re heading toward the border, where ATM access may be limited.
Important Notes for Drivers
- All vehicles are charged in both directions. If you’re returning on the same day, you will pay the fee again.
- Adding a trailer increases your axle count and will place you in a higher toll class with a higher fee.
- TRAC tolls do not offer commuter or frequent user discounts. Each trip is charged at the full applicable rate.
- It’s best to verify fees before your trip using signage at the plaza or by contacting TRAC directly.