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| Class | Description | # of Axles | Rates | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Two-axle vehicle | 2 | $2.50 | |
2 | Two-axle vehicle using a Maryland-issued E-ZPass that includes a Bay Bridge Commuter Plan | 2 | $1.00 | |
3* | Three-axle vehicle or vehicle-trailer combination with a total of three axles. | 3 | $9 | |
4 |
| 4 | $12 | |
5 | Five-axle vehicle or vehicle-trailer combination with a total of five axles. | 5 | $15 | |
6 | Vehicle with six or more axles or vehicle-trailer combination with a total of six or more axles. | 6+ | $18 | |
NOTE: The Class 7 vehicle class has been eliminated. Drivers who previously were charged a Class 7 toll will be charged a toll based on the number of axles. In addition, beginning May 1, 2009, a new Oversize and/or Overweight Permit Process is n effect. Visit www.mdtransportationauthority.com for details (click on the Propane Regulations/Hauling Permit homepage button).
* Motorcyclists will pay the two-axle toll rate when using a side-car or towing a light trailer (in such instances, the motorcyclist must use a "cash" toll lane and pay the toll with cash).
Effective May 1, 2009, a new rebate program will automatically offer a 10% discount to E-ZPass Maryland business customers for their vehicles with three or more axles making more than 100 trips per month through Authority facilities.
Click here for more information about the E-ZPass Maryland system and Stop-in Centers.
NOTE: At the Bay Bridge, tolls are collected in the eastbound direction only. Vehicles carrying Class 1 explosives and radioactive materials require an escort to cross the Bay Bridge. For additional information regarding these restrictions, please call 410-537-6601.
On January 29, the Authority Members approved a cost-recovery initiative that is expected to generate approximately $60 million a year for the self-supporting agency and help offset the costs of operating the E-ZPass system. As part of this initiative, E-ZPass administrative changes are effective July 1 as follows:
• E-ZPass Discount Plan duration reduced from 60 days to 45 days
• E-ZPass Monthly Account Maintenance Fee: $1.50 per month per account
• E-ZPass transponder fee for new customers and replacement devices: $21 (interior and exterior license plate), $33 (roof-mount), $40 (fusion)
• Notice of Toll Due Fee: $3 for each unpaid toll transaction + toll due
• Administrative Fee (for failure to pay Notice of Toll Due): increases from $15 to $25
• For Bay Bridge ticket customers: Shoppers and Travelers ticket sales end June 30. The last day to accept Shoppers Tickets will be shown on the ticket book. The date will be on or before December 31, 2009. The Authority is creating an E-ZPass Shoppers Plan that offers the same percentage discount as the Shoppers Tickets.
New Toll Rates for Vehicles with Three or More Axles, New Truck Rebate Program, New Permit Policy for Oversize/Overweight Vehicles and Three-axle Motorcycles Charged Two-axle Rate. See below for detailed information.
Attention Commuter Ticket Customers: Effective March 1, 2009, Commuter Tickets are no longer available for purchase. The last day to use tickets for toll payment will be shown on the ticket book. The date will be on or before April 28, 2009. Continue enjoying your discount and sign-up for E-ZPass today! Visit www.ezpassmd.com or your local E-ZPass Stop-in Center. (please note: AVI decals will remain available for purchase.)
You can stop fumbling for change and start moving in the fast lane with E-ZPass! When you sign up for E-ZPass, you’ll get to where you’re going faster and easier.
In an effort to improve your trip, the Maryland Transportation Authority is a member of the E-ZPass Interagency Group. E-ZPass is accepted at all Maryland toll plazas, as well as at toll plazas from Virginia to Maine.