The Lane Cove Tunnel runs for 3.6 km and forms part of Sydney’s orbital motorway network. Taking the tunnel allows you to avoid traffic congestion on Epping Road between Sydney’s northwest and the CBD.

When you use the Lane Cove Tunnel, you bypass 5 sets of traffic lights along Epping Road.

The Lane Cove Tunnel is electronically tolled with no cash tollbooths. To pay for your travel, open an Tag account, a Tagless account or buy a Sydney Pass.

Toll pricing

Use our handy toll calculator to work out the cost of your Lane Cove Tunnel trips, compare your tolled and untolled travel options with Trip Compare, or see a full list of toll prices.

Entries and exits

Eastbound Entry Exit Hills M2, North Ryde Yes No Epping Road, Lane Cove Yes No Pacific Highway, Artarmon No Yes Gore Hill Freeway, Artarmon No Yes

Westbound Entry Exit Gore Hill Freeway, Artarmon Yes No Pacific Highway, Artarmon Yes No Epping Road, Lane Cove No Yes Hills M2, North Ryde No Yes

Tunnel safety

The Lane Cove Tunnel clearance height is 4.4 m.

Do not enter the tunnel if you are driving an over-height vehicle. Observe roadside signs for the alternative route provided.