The Government of São Paulo guarantees that toll collection on the Southern Coast sections — which serve municipalities such as Peruíbe, Itanhaém, Mongaguá, and Praia Grande — can only begin after the completion of continuous urban frontage roads along the SP-055 (Padre Manoel da Nóbrega), between Praia Grande and Peruíbe. These roads will include paving, lighting, and signage, and are expected to be completed by 2027. The frontage roads will provide a free alternative for local urban traffic, and the activation of toll gantries will depend on inspection and validation by Artesp, the State’s regulatory agency, after the full delivery of these roads. This ensures that residents traveling between the municipalities will have a toll-free option.
“The toll gantries will not be implemented immediately on the Southern Coast. Toll collection is conditional on the completion of the frontage roads. This reflects the Government’s commitment to planning, transparency, and fair pricing,” said Rafael Benini, Secretary of Partnerships and Investments for the State of São Paulo.
The project includes R$ 4.3 billion in infrastructure works along 213 km of roads, including the full duplication of the Padre Manoel da Nóbrega Highway (SP-055), between Bertioga and Santos and between Peruíbe and Miracatu. The plans cover 89.8 km of duplications, 108.5 km of frontage roads, 22.3 km of shoulders, 27 grade-separated interchanges, bike lanes, and new or upgraded pedestrian overpasses.
So far, 17,300 tons of new pavement have been applied, and 134,747 m² of road repairs have been completed, with 7 active work fronts. Additionally, 8 User Service Bases (SAU) are already operational, featuring enhanced signage, mowing, and lighting. The operation will include CCTV monitoring, electronic message panels, 24/7 service, and support with ambulances, tow trucks, and patrol vehicles. The model also includes permanent toll exemptions for motorcyclists and proportional toll rates based on distance traveled, ensuring fairness for local commuters.