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{{DISPLAYTITLE: Delaware Toll Roads Complete Guide: E-ZPass, Rates & Payment 2025}} | {{DISPLAYTITLE: Delaware Toll Roads Complete Guide: E-ZPass, Rates & Payment 2025}} | ||
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<h1 style="font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 10px 0; border-bottom: 3px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 5px; padding-top: 0">Delaware Toll Roads Complete Guide</h1> | <h1 style="font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 10px 0; border-bottom: 3px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 5px; padding-top: 0">Delaware Toll Roads Complete Guide</h1> | ||
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− | + | <strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> E-ZPass + Cash/Video Tolling<br> | |
− | + | <strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> I-95, Route 1, Route 301, Delaware Memorial Bridge<br> | |
− | <div style="background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #dee2e6; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px; | + | <strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> US Dollar (USD)<br> |
− | <div style="color: # | + | <strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> E-ZPass transponders, License plate recognition, Cash lanes<br> |
− | + | <strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operators:</strong> DelDOT, Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) | |
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− | No, you don't need E-ZPass to | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need E-ZPass to drive on Delaware toll roads - but you'll save significantly with one. Delaware accepts E-ZPass, cash, and video tolling (Pay by Plate) on most facilities, though some locations are transitioning to cashless operations.</p> |
− | '' | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Key Reality:</strong> Without E-ZPass, you'll pay premium rates - sometimes double the E-ZPass cost. Delaware E-ZPass users get the best rates, while out-of-state drivers pay substantially more.</p> |
− | '' | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> Major toll increases took effect throughout 2025, with Delaware E-ZPass users seeing the smallest increases. Out-of-state drivers face rate hikes of 25-100% on most facilities.</p> |
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− | Delaware operates | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Delaware operates toll roads on three major facilities with significant rate differences between Delaware E-ZPass users and out-of-state drivers.</p> |
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− | <th>Facility</th> | + | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Facility</th> |
− | <th>Delaware E-ZPass</th> | + | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Delaware E-ZPass</th> |
− | <th>Out-of-State E-ZPass/Cash</th> | + | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Out-of-State E-ZPass/Cash</th> |
− | <th> | + | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Video Tolling</th> |
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− | <td>Route 1 - | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Route 1 (Dover Plaza) - Weekday</td> |
− | <td>$1.50</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50</td> |
− | <td>$2.50</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50</td> |
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− | <td>Route 1 - | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Route 1 (Dover Plaza) - Weekend</td> |
− | <td>$4.00</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$4.00</td> |
− | <td>$6.00</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.00</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.00</td> |
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− | <td>Route 1 - | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Route 1 (Biddles Plaza) - Weekday</td> |
− | <td>$1.50</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50</td> |
− | <td>$2.50</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50</td> |
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− | <td>Route 1 - | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Route 1 (Biddles Plaza) - Weekend</td> |
− | <td>$4.00</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$4.00</td> |
− | <td>$6.00</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.00</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.00</td> |
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− | <td>I-95 | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-95 (Maryland Line) - Both Directions</td> |
− | <td>$5.00 | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$5.00</td> |
− | <td>$5.00 | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$5.00</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$5.00</td> |
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− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Route 301 (Middletown Bypass)</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$3.30</td> |
− | <td>$6.60 | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.60</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$6.60</td> |
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− | <td>Delaware Memorial Bridge</td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Delaware Memorial Bridge</td> |
− | <td>$4.75- | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$4.75 (DE/NJ E-ZPass)</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$5.00 (Other E-ZPass)</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$6.00 (Cash)</td> |
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− | = | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Where You Pay Tolls in Delaware (2025)</h3> |
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Route 1 (Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway):</strong> Dover and Biddles toll plazas between Dover and Christiana</p> | |
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− | == | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">I-95 (Delaware Turnpike):</strong> Single toll plaza at Maryland state line, collected both directions</p> |
− | = | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Route 301:</strong> Cashless toll gantry on Middletown Bypass</p> |
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− | < | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Delaware:</p> |
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− | == | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">1. E-ZPass Electronic System:</strong></p> |
+ | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | ||
+ | <li>Delaware E-ZPass: Best rates, up to 50% savings</li> | ||
+ | <li>Out-of-state E-ZPass: Accepted but higher rates</li> | ||
+ | <li>Available at AAA, Wawa, and other retailers</li> | ||
+ | <li>Highway speed lanes available on select facilities</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | === | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2. Cash Payment:</strong></p> |
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+ | <li>Route 1 and I-95: Cash lanes available 24/7</li> | ||
+ | <li>Delaware Memorial Bridge: Cash accepted during staffed hours</li> | ||
+ | <li>Route 301: Cashless - no cash option</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">3. Video Tolling (Pay by Plate):</strong></p> | |
− | + | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | |
− | + | <li>License plate recognition technology</li> | |
+ | <li>Invoice mailed to vehicle owner</li> | ||
+ | <li>Same rates as out-of-state E-ZPass/cash</li> | ||
+ | <li>30-day payment window</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | = | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Delaware toll roads, use TollGuru Delaware toll calculator</p> |
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− | Delaware | + | <html> |
+ | <a href="https://tollguru.com/delaware-toll-calculator"><button class="custom-button button-orange" type="button">Delaware Toll Calculator</button></a> | ||
+ | </html> | ||
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− | = | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Route 1 Major Increases:</strong></p> |
− | + | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | |
− | + | <li>Delaware E-ZPass weekday rates increased from $1.00 to $1.50</li> | |
− | + | <li>Weekend rates jumped from $3.00 to $4.00 (Delaware E-ZPass)</li> | |
+ | <li>Out-of-state drivers now pay $6.00 on weekends (double Delaware E-ZPass rate)</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | = | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">I-95 Updates:</strong></p> |
− | + | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | |
− | + | <li>Toll increased to $5.00 for all vehicle types</li> | |
+ | <li>First increase in over a decade</li> | ||
+ | <li>Revenue projected to increase by $22 million annually</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | == | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Delaware Memorial Bridge Changes:</strong></p> |
+ | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | ||
+ | <li>April 2025: Cash rates increased $1.00 for all vehicle classes</li> | ||
+ | <li>E-ZPass rates unchanged in Phase 1</li> | ||
+ | <li>Phase 2 toll increases planned for no earlier than January 2027</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
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− | === | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Cost Considerations:</strong></p> |
− | + | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | |
− | + | <li>Delaware beach trips: $3-8 with Delaware E-ZPass, $5-12 with out-of-state E-ZPass</li> | |
− | + | <li>I-95 through Delaware: $5 one-way for all drivers</li> | |
+ | <li>Weekend travel premium: Up to 300% higher rates on Route 1</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
− | == | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Toll-Free Alternatives:</strong></p> |
+ | <ul style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 5px 0; padding-left: 30px;"> | ||
+ | <li>Route 13: Parallel to Route 1 but significantly slower</li> | ||
+ | <li>US-40: Alternative to I-95 for cross-state travel</li> | ||
+ | <li>Local roads: Available but add 30-60 minutes to most trips</li> | ||
+ | </ul> | ||
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− | = | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I avoid Delaware tolls completely?</h3> |
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes, but with significant time penalties. Route 13 parallels Route 1 toll-free, and US-40 provides an alternative to I-95. However, these routes add 30-60 minutes to most trips and pass through numerous traffic lights.</p> | |
− | = | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happens if I don't pay Delaware tolls?</h3> |
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Unpaid tolls result in violation notices with steep penalties: base toll + $25 administrative fee + $10 ambulance fund fee + $15 violent crimes fee. Total penalties can exceed $50 per missed toll.</p> | |
− | = | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Why do out-of-state drivers pay more?</h3> |
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Delaware provides discounted rates to Delaware E-ZPass users as they contribute to the state's transportation infrastructure through registration fees and local taxes. Out-of-state drivers pay premium rates to help fund Delaware's road maintenance.</p> | |
− | = | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Do trucks pay higher tolls?</h3> |
− | + | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Yes, truck tolls are based on number of axles. A typical 5-axle truck pays $35 with E-ZPass at Delaware Memorial Bridge, while larger trucks pay per additional axle.</p> | |
− | == Delaware | + | <h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Are there any discounts available?</h3> |
+ | <p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Delaware Memorial Bridge offers commuter discounts ($27.50 for 22 trips) and frequent traveler discounts ($45 for 20 trips), but these require New Jersey E-ZPass accounts. Route 1 and I-95 offer no discount programs.</p> | ||
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+ | <table style="width: 100%; min-width: 600px; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 16px; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #202122; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6;"> | ||
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+ | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">State</th> | ||
+ | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">System Type</th> | ||
+ | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Typical Cost</th> | ||
+ | <th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Coverage</th> | ||
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− | < | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Delaware</td> |
− | < | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">E-ZPass + Cash/Video</td> |
− | < | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50-6.00</td> |
− | < | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">3 major facilities</td> |
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− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">E-ZPass + Cash</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$4.00-8.00</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Bay Bridge, tunnels, I-95</td> |
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− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">E-ZPass + Cash</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50-15.00</td> |
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− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">E-ZPass + Cash</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$4.00-25.00</td> |
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− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">E-ZPass + Cash</td> |
− | <td>$ | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.00-12.00</td> |
− | <td> | + | <td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Northern Virginia</td> |
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+ | <li>[[delaware-turnpike-i95|Delaware Turnpike]] - I-95 toll plaza information</li> | ||
+ | <li>[[delaware-ezpass|Delaware E-ZPass]] - Account setup and management</li> | ||
+ | <li>[[pay-toll-delaware|Pay Toll Delaware]] - Payment methods and procedures</li> | ||
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Latest revision as of 06:54, 8 July 2025
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Delaware Toll Roads Complete Guide
System: E-ZPass + Cash/Video Tolling
Coverage: I-95, Route 1, Route 301, Delaware Memorial Bridge
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: E-ZPass transponders, License plate recognition, Cash lanes
Operators: DelDOT, Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA)
Do I Need E-ZPass for Delaware? 2025 Update
No, you don't need E-ZPass to drive on Delaware toll roads - but you'll save significantly with one. Delaware accepts E-ZPass, cash, and video tolling (Pay by Plate) on most facilities, though some locations are transitioning to cashless operations.
Key Reality: Without E-ZPass, you'll pay premium rates - sometimes double the E-ZPass cost. Delaware E-ZPass users get the best rates, while out-of-state drivers pay substantially more.
2025 Update: Major toll increases took effect throughout 2025, with Delaware E-ZPass users seeing the smallest increases. Out-of-state drivers face rate hikes of 25-100% on most facilities.
Delaware Toll Costs: Current Rates
Delaware operates toll roads on three major facilities with significant rate differences between Delaware E-ZPass users and out-of-state drivers.
Current Toll Rates by Facility (2025)
Facility | Delaware E-ZPass | Out-of-State E-ZPass/Cash | Video Tolling |
---|---|---|---|
Route 1 (Dover Plaza) - Weekday | $1.50 | $2.50 | $2.50 |
Route 1 (Dover Plaza) - Weekend | $4.00 | $6.00 | $6.00 |
Route 1 (Biddles Plaza) - Weekday | $1.50 | $2.50 | $2.50 |
Route 1 (Biddles Plaza) - Weekend | $4.00 | $6.00 | $6.00 |
I-95 (Maryland Line) - Both Directions | $5.00 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
Route 301 (Middletown Bypass) | $3.30 | $6.60 | $6.60 |
Delaware Memorial Bridge | $4.75 (DE/NJ E-ZPass) | $5.00 (Other E-ZPass) | $6.00 (Cash) |
Where You Pay Tolls in Delaware (2025)
Route 1 (Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Dover and Biddles toll plazas between Dover and Christiana
I-95 (Delaware Turnpike): Single toll plaza at Maryland state line, collected both directions
Route 301: Cashless toll gantry on Middletown Bypass
Delaware Memorial Bridge: One-way toll from New Jersey to Delaware
How to Pay Delaware Tolls
You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Delaware:
1. E-ZPass Electronic System:
- Delaware E-ZPass: Best rates, up to 50% savings
- Out-of-state E-ZPass: Accepted but higher rates
- Available at AAA, Wawa, and other retailers
- Highway speed lanes available on select facilities
2. Cash Payment:
- Route 1 and I-95: Cash lanes available 24/7
- Delaware Memorial Bridge: Cash accepted during staffed hours
- Route 301: Cashless - no cash option
3. Video Tolling (Pay by Plate):
- License plate recognition technology
- Invoice mailed to vehicle owner
- Same rates as out-of-state E-ZPass/cash
- 30-day payment window
To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Delaware toll roads, use TollGuru Delaware toll calculator
Recent Changes (2025)
Route 1 Major Increases:
- Delaware E-ZPass weekday rates increased from $1.00 to $1.50
- Weekend rates jumped from $3.00 to $4.00 (Delaware E-ZPass)
- Out-of-state drivers now pay $6.00 on weekends (double Delaware E-ZPass rate)
I-95 Updates:
- Toll increased to $5.00 for all vehicle types
- First increase in over a decade
- Revenue projected to increase by $22 million annually
Delaware Memorial Bridge Changes:
- April 2025: Cash rates increased $1.00 for all vehicle classes
- E-ZPass rates unchanged in Phase 1
- Phase 2 toll increases planned for no earlier than January 2027
Planning Your Journey
Cost Considerations:
- Delaware beach trips: $3-8 with Delaware E-ZPass, $5-12 with out-of-state E-ZPass
- I-95 through Delaware: $5 one-way for all drivers
- Weekend travel premium: Up to 300% higher rates on Route 1
Toll-Free Alternatives:
- Route 13: Parallel to Route 1 but significantly slower
- US-40: Alternative to I-95 for cross-state travel
- Local roads: Available but add 30-60 minutes to most trips
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avoid Delaware tolls completely?
Yes, but with significant time penalties. Route 13 parallels Route 1 toll-free, and US-40 provides an alternative to I-95. However, these routes add 30-60 minutes to most trips and pass through numerous traffic lights.
What happens if I don't pay Delaware tolls?
Unpaid tolls result in violation notices with steep penalties: base toll + $25 administrative fee + $10 ambulance fund fee + $15 violent crimes fee. Total penalties can exceed $50 per missed toll.
Why do out-of-state drivers pay more?
Delaware provides discounted rates to Delaware E-ZPass users as they contribute to the state's transportation infrastructure through registration fees and local taxes. Out-of-state drivers pay premium rates to help fund Delaware's road maintenance.
Do trucks pay higher tolls?
Yes, truck tolls are based on number of axles. A typical 5-axle truck pays $35 with E-ZPass at Delaware Memorial Bridge, while larger trucks pay per additional axle.
Are there any discounts available?
Delaware Memorial Bridge offers commuter discounts ($27.50 for 22 trips) and frequent traveler discounts ($45 for 20 trips), but these require New Jersey E-ZPass accounts. Route 1 and I-95 offer no discount programs.
Delaware vs. Neighboring States
State | System Type | Typical Cost | Coverage |
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Delaware | E-ZPass + Cash/Video | $1.50-6.00 | 3 major facilities |
Maryland | E-ZPass + Cash | $4.00-8.00 | Bay Bridge, tunnels, I-95 |
New Jersey | E-ZPass + Cash | $1.50-15.00 | Extensive network |
Pennsylvania | E-ZPass + Cash | $4.00-25.00 | Turnpike system |
Virginia | E-ZPass + Cash | $2.00-12.00 | Northern Virginia |
Useful Links & Resources
Internal Navigation:
- Delaware Route 1 - Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway details
- Delaware Memorial Bridge - Bridge toll information and rates
- Delaware Turnpike - I-95 toll plaza information
- Delaware E-ZPass - Account setup and management
- Pay Toll Delaware - Payment methods and procedures
Official Contacts:
- Delaware E-ZPass: 1-888-397-2773 - Account support and violations
- DelDOT: (302) 760-2080 - Route 1 and I-95 toll information
- Delaware Memorial Bridge: (302) 571-6300 - Bridge operations
- DRBA E-ZPass: E-ZPasscorrespondenceteam@DRBA.net - Bridge E-ZPass support