Those who rent a car in the USA will face toll roads, of which there are a lot in the USA.
Those who drive on them for the first time as drivers will face certain difficulties.
So, E-ZPass is an electronic toll system in the northeastern United States.
You can pay for the fare either using a special device that you need to buy and install on the windshield or in cash.
That’s what this article will be about: how to understand toll road systems in the USA.
Is E-ZPass Accepted in all US states?
No, E-ZPass can be used in the following states:
Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, New Jersey, Delaware, New York, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Maine, and Florida
Is E-Pass in Florida the Same as E-ZPass?
No.
E-ZPass is a multi-state electronic toll pass that works in states from North Carolina to Maine and west to Illinois, and now in the entire state of Florida.
You do not need to pay extra fees—just tolls.
As for E-Pass, it won’t work where E-ZPass works.
It works only in Florida.
SunPass, E-Pass, or LeeWay are interoperable, which means that all toll roads and bridges that accept one of the passes accept the other two passes.
Recently, the Florida Expressway Authority, in partnership with E-ZPass, released a multi-state toll transponder called Uni Pass, which can work everywhere E-ZPass and E-PASS are accepted.
If you use both an E-ZPass and an E-Pass, you can be charged twice.
If you have more than one transponder, I advise you to take the E-ZPass transponder out of your car or put it in an RF shield bag before traveling into Florida to prevent the chance of getting charged by both transponders.
Is E-ZPass Accepted in Florida?
Yes, but if you stay only in Florida, it is better for you to get a SunPass.
As a rule, most transponders work on the vast majority of toll roads, but there are exceptions.
For example, I own EZ Pass transponders with which I can travel all over the US East Coast, including Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and West Virginia, and my system works in Florida too, so it means I will not have to search for other payment methods.
How Do I get an E-ZPass in Florida?
You can get it online, over the phone, or at drive-up reload lines on toll roads.
Does E-ZPass Work in New York?
Yes, it works.
With E-ZPass, you will get a discount of 30 to 50 percent, depending on which road you choose.
The E-ZPass payment plan is ideal for frequent travelers.
By connecting your E-ZPass to a credit card, debit card, or bank account, you can drive through every toll facility with confidence, knowing your account will automatically be replenished whenever the balance gets too low.
Is There a Monthly Fee for NY E-ZPass?
No, there is no monthly fee; your monthly replenishment amount is based on your travel history.
What States Does New York E-ZPass Work In?
It works in:
- Delaware
- Florida
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Kentucky
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Jersey and Delaware
- New York
- New York City Area
- North Carolina
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Virginia
- West Virginia
E-ZPass provides discounts on many of the roadways, including the New York State Thruway Authority, MTA Bridges and Tunnels, the New York State Bridge Authority, and the Port Authority of NY and NJ crossings.
Can You Drive Into NYC without an E-ZPass?
Yes.
Cash Payment, Post Fare, and Pay Now… No matter how you pay, you can use any line for driving.
If the car is rented, then the device is already installed there, but you will have to pay an additional amount for its use.
At Hertz, for example, it’s $25.
So we decided to save money and pay in cash.
But it turned out to not be so easy.
Firstly, when approaching the payment points, you need to quickly orient yourself and change lanes to the right lane, where it says E-ZPass tickets, cash, exact change, or coins only.
If you have a device, go straight to E-ZPass only; there are usually many more of these points.
On some roads, for cars without E-ZPass, there are only windows with tickets; you drive up there, and a special machine gives you a ticket.
It was this option that we came across on the first road.
What is remarkable is that what to do with it further is not clear.
Well, we took it and drove off.
Approaching the next road, we saw that people were already sitting in booths and could pay for the fare.
It turned out that the early ticket issued should be given here, and you will be told the required amount.
A funny situation with the Coins Only option is that there is such a machine where you need to throw coins.
One machine was either broken or something else, but the inscription Paid was not highlighted.
I must say that the cost was a penny—50 cents—and it would be stupid to get a fine for unpaid travel.
With the device itself, if you buy it, there are also glitches—well, as with any technology.
If you want to pay in cash, then it is better to stock up on change; it will definitely come in handy.
How Much is an E-ZPass in New York?
E-ZPass can be purchased for $25 at any authorized retail location, allowing busy travelers to open an E-ZPass account without filling out an application or standing in long lines.
What Happens if You Don’t Have an E-ZPass in New York?
If you don’t have an E-ZPass, an image of your car license plate will be captured, and the fine bill will be mailed to the owner’s registered address.
Paid transactions will be available approximately one week after the travel date.
Can I Use my NY E-ZPass in Another Car?
Yes.
Yes, as long as the car is classified as a similar type of vehicle, you may use E-ZPass in any other car.
Make sure that the E-ZPass is properly read in the lane, and kindly add the vehicle to your account.
How Do I get an E-ZPass in New York?
You can get it by making an account on the E-ZPass website.
- Visit the E-ZPass webpage.
- Choosing “Sign Up Now”
- Choose your state.
- “Click here to enroll online” should be chosen.
- Apply by filling out the form.
- Your tags and account profile will be delivered to you in 5-7 days.
- To mount your E-ZPass tag correctly, follow the instructions, then start saving.
