EU EC 561/2006 rules: limits, breaks and remaining driving time
EC 561/2006
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EU Tachograph Rules — Quick Reference
Daily driving limit
Standard daily limit is 9 hours. Can be extended to 10 hours no more than twice per week (extended day).
Breaks while driving
After 4.5 hours of continuous driving, a 45-minute break is mandatory. Can be split: 15 minutes first, then 30 minutes (in that order).
Weekly and two-week limits
Weekly limit is 56 hours, two-week limit is 90 hours. Both limits apply simultaneously.
Daily rest
Standard daily rest is 11 hours. Can be reduced to 9 hours (reduced rest) no more than 3 times between two weekly rests.
