Bath CAZ Checker
The Bath CAZ Checker helps you find out whether your vehicle may incur charges when entering Bath Clean Air Zone (CAZ). Before you travel, check the status of your vehicle registration and any charges that may apply.
Check Your Vehicle
Enter the registration and select the correct vehicle type. Always confirm the final result through the official service.
Check whether your vehicle may need to pay
Enter a UK registration, choose the zone and select how the vehicle is registered or used.
About This Bath Clean Air Zone
Bath operates a Class C zone. Private cars and motorcycles are not charged, while some commercial vehicles may be.
Who may be charged?
Taxis, private-hire vehicles, vans, minibuses, buses, coaches and HGVs may be charged if non-compliant.
Before you travel
- Check the registration and vehicle category.
- Check the official boundary map.
- Review exemptions before paying.
- Pay only through the official service.
Official information
Rules, charges and exemptions may change.
Pay Bath Clean Air Zone Charges
if you want to pay Bath Clean Air Zone charges , then click the below button to move on offical website for payment.
Bath Clean Air Zone Map (Bath CAZ Map)
FAQ
Is there a CAZ in Bath?
Class C Clean Air Zone (CAZ) is covering Bath’s city centre; this means private cars and motorbikes are exempt from charges.
The fee is only for non-compliant commercial and high-emission vehicles. For more verification, use GOV.UK Clean Air Zone Checker.
How can I check if my car is in Bath’s Clean Air Zone?
You should drive using the GOV.UK Clean Air Zone Service. Also check emission standards using your registration number and pay Bath’s Clean Air Zone accordingly. you can call 0300 029 8888 between 8am to 7pm, Monday to Friday and 8am to 2pm, Saturday.
What vehicles are charged in the Bath CAZ?
The Bath Clean Air Zone may charge the following non-compliant vehicles:
• Taxis and private hire vehicles
• Vans and light goods vehicles (LGVs)
• Minibuses
• Buses and coaches
• Heavy goods vehicles (HGVs)
• Some motorhomes, campervans and horse transporters
How much Bath CAZ charges?
Daily charges for non-compliant vehicles are:
• £9 per day for taxis, private hire vehicles, vans, light goods vehicles and minibuses.
• £100 per day for buses, coaches, heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and certain larger non-compliant vehicles.
If your vehicle meets the required emissions standards, there is no charge.
How do I pay the Bath CAZ charge?
If your vehicle is required to pay, you can make payment through the official UK Government Clean Air Zone service using a debit or credit card.
Payments can generally be made:
• Up to 6 days before travel
• On the day of travel
• Up to 6 days after travel
It is the vehicle owner’s responsibility to ensure payment is made within the allowed period.
What vehicles are exempt from Bath CAZ?
Bath’s Clean Air Zone includes both national and local exemptions.
Examples of nationally exempt vehicles include:
• Historic vehicles
• Military vehicles
• Certain agricultural vehicles
• Disabled tax class vehicles
• Ultra low emission vehicles where applicable under the scheme
• Vehicles approved under the Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme (CVRAS)
Some additional local exemptions or temporary discounts may also be available through Bath and North East Somerset Council.
Why was the Bath Clean Air Zone introduced?
A clean air zone is planned for Bath to reduce nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) pollution and ensure the safety of public health.