MotorwaySlovenia

An introduction to the traffic rules and road signs of Slovenia. Learn about driving, road safety and much more in our illustrated book, with answers to frequently asked questions.

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2. Motorway

A motorway is a road specially designed and signposted for motor traffic. Motorways normally have separate carriageways for opposing traffic, controlled access through designated entrances and exits, no direct access to neighbouring properties, and no level crossings with other roads, railways or paths.

Special traffic rules apply on motorways. The permitted road users, speed limits, lane rules, tolls and emergency procedures vary between countries, so drivers must follow the local traffic signs and regulations.

A1/A3 motorway junction in western Slovenia. (Slovenia)
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How do people refer to a motorway in Slovenia?

The Slovenian term is avtocesta. A hitra cesta is an expressway and has a different general car speed limit.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 30, 46

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings

Start of a motorway. Start of a motorway.

English • Traffic sign 2401 • Motorway. The point where a motorway begins.

Slovenščina • Prometni znak 2401 • Avtocesta. Mesto, kjer se začenja avtocesta.

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End of the motorway. End of the motorway.

English • Traffic sign 2402 • End of motorway. The point where a motorway ends.

Slovenščina • Prometni znak 2402 • Konec avtoceste. Mesto, kjer se konča avtocesta.

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What speed limit applies to cars on a motorway in Slovenia?

For an ordinary passenger car without a trailer, the general maximum is 130 km/h. Obey lower posted limits and reduce speed when traffic, weather or visibility requires it. Different limits can apply to other vehicle classes.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 30, 46

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings

Who may use a motorway in Slovenia?

Only eligible motor vehicles and combinations with a manufacturer-declared maximum speed of more than 60 km/h may normally use motorways. This admission condition does not require maintaining that speed in congestion or unsafe conditions.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 30, 46

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings

What should I do if I miss a motorway exit in Slovenia?

Continue to the next exit and choose a safe onward route. Do not reverse, make a U-turn or cross the central reservation to return to a missed exit.

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, ZPrCP — articles 30, 46

🔗 pisrs.si • Slovenia, current Signs Regulation — relevant national signs and markings

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