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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> All-electronic tolling (E-ZPass + Bill by Mail) — no cash accepted<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> Single active toll facility — Newport Pell Bridge<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> US Dollar (USD)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> E-ZPass transponders, license plate recognition<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operator:</strong> Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA)
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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;">No — but E-ZPass provides very significant savings, especially for Rhode Island residents. The Newport Pell Bridge converted to all-electronic tolling in October 2021; no cash is accepted. Rhode Island residents with RITBA E-ZPass pay just $0.83 versus $6.00 for non-residents paying by Bill by Mail.</p>
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The '''Claiborne Pell Bridge'''<ref>[http://www.ritba.org/tolls Claiborne Pell Bridge]</ref>, commonly known as the Newport Bridge<ref>[http://www.ritba.org/tolls Newport Bridge]</ref> is a suspension bridge operated by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority<ref>[http://www.ritba.org/ Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority]</ref>. It is the only toll facility in the state of Rhode Island. The bridge connects the City of Newport and the town of Jamestown on Conanicut Island.
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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;">Key Reality:</strong> Rhode Island operates the smallest active toll network in the United States — just one bridge. Non-residents without E-ZPass pay $6.00 per crossing via Bill by Mail versus $4.00 with any E-ZPass transponder.</p>
  
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The discounted two-axle vehicle toll for Rhode Island residents on the Pell Bridge is $0.83. To qualify for a discount plan, you must use a RITBA issued E-ZPass<ref>[http://www.ezpassritba.com/ RITBA issued E-ZPass]</ref> and your 2-axle vehicle must be less than 7,000 lbs. GVW (gross vehicle weight). Toll charges for using the bridge are $2.00 per axle for cash/credit card or [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/ez-pass-toll-tag E-ZPass (non-resident)].
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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;">2026 Update:</strong> Commercial truck tolls on I-95, I-195, I-295, US-6, and Route 146 (the RhodeWorks gantry program) remain suspended following a federal court ruling in September 2022. Appeals are ongoing; if the state removes the daily toll caps as required by the court, the truck toll program could potentially resume. No resumption date is confirmed as of 2026.</p>
  
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== How to pay toll in Rhode Island ==
 
  
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You can pay Rhode Island tolls via [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/ez-pass-ri-toll-tag E-ZPass Rhode Island], a regular [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/ez-pass-toll-tag E-ZPass], and [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/national-pass-toll-tag NationalPass] or with '''cash'''.
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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Newport Pell Bridge:</strong> All-electronic since October 2021; no cash accepted; Bill by Mail system operational; resident rate of $0.83 remains in effect</li>
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<li><strong style="font-weight: bold;">RhodeWorks truck tolls:</strong> Remained suspended through 2026; court required removal of daily toll caps before program can resume; no confirmed resumption date</li>
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== How to pay missed toll in Rhode Island ==
 
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== What is E-ZPass Rhode Island ==
 
  
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The E-ZPass RI or E-ZPass Rhode Island is a transponder (toll tag) that you can put in your vehicle to pay toll - just like a regular [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/ez-pass-toll-tag E-ZPass tag]. You need not stop to pay the toll; it automatically deducts relevant charges from the linked account.  
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">1 bridge (Newport Pell)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Smallest toll network in US; resident rate $0.83</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[https://tollguru.com/massachusetts-toll-turnpike-roads-bridges-tunnels Massachusetts]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Mass Pike + tunnels; all electronic</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Full Pike trip $7.50 E-ZPass/$14.60 plate</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No toll roads</td>
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Rhode Island Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: All-electronic tolling (E-ZPass + Bill by Mail) — no cash accepted
Coverage: Single active toll facility — Newport Pell Bridge
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: E-ZPass transponders, license plate recognition
Operator: Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA)

Do I Need E-ZPass for Rhode Island? 2026 Update

No — but E-ZPass provides very significant savings, especially for Rhode Island residents. The Newport Pell Bridge converted to all-electronic tolling in October 2021; no cash is accepted. Rhode Island residents with RITBA E-ZPass pay just $0.83 versus $6.00 for non-residents paying by Bill by Mail.

Key Reality: Rhode Island operates the smallest active toll network in the United States — just one bridge. Non-residents without E-ZPass pay $6.00 per crossing via Bill by Mail versus $4.00 with any E-ZPass transponder.

2026 Update: Commercial truck tolls on I-95, I-195, I-295, US-6, and Route 146 (the RhodeWorks gantry program) remain suspended following a federal court ruling in September 2022. Appeals are ongoing; if the state removes the daily toll caps as required by the court, the truck toll program could potentially resume. No resumption date is confirmed as of 2026.

Rhode Island Toll Costs: Current Rates (2026)

Vehicle Type E-ZPass (RI Resident) E-ZPass (Non-Resident) Bill by Mail
Passenger Car (2 axles) $0.83 $4.00 $6.00
Motorcycle $0.83 $4.00 $6.00
Commercial Vehicle (per axle) $2.00 $2.00 $3.00
Truck (5+ axles) $10.00+ $10.00+ $15.00+

RI resident discount requires vehicle registered as under 7,000 lbs GVW and RITBA E-ZPass account. Out-of-state E-ZPass transponders work but at non-resident rates.

To calculate toll costs for the Newport Pell Bridge and Rhode Island facilities, use the TollGuru Rhode Island toll calculator:

How to Pay Rhode Island Tolls

1. RITBA E-ZPass (Best for residents):

  • Rhode Island residents pay just $0.83 per crossing — register at ezpassritba.com or RITBA offices
  • Works on all E-ZPass facilities nationwide
  • Must register vehicle as under 7,000 lbs GVW for resident discount

2. Out-of-State E-ZPass:

  • Any E-ZPass transponder works — charged at non-resident rate ($4.00 per 2-axle crossing)

3. Bill by Mail (all-electronic backup):

  • License plate captured automatically; invoice mailed to registered owner
  • 14-day payment window; additional fees after that
  • Pay online at ezpassritba.com or by phone

4. Cash: Not accepted — all toll booths permanently closed October 2021.

Recent Changes (2026)

  • Newport Pell Bridge: All-electronic since October 2021; no cash accepted; Bill by Mail system operational; resident rate of $0.83 remains in effect
  • RhodeWorks truck tolls: Remained suspended through 2026; court required removal of daily toll caps before program can resume; no confirmed resumption date
  • Newport Pell Bridge rehabilitation: Ongoing deck rehabilitation project; bridge remains open throughout; watch for lane restrictions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use E-ZPass from another state?

Yes. Any E-ZPass transponder is accepted, but you'll be charged the non-resident rate ($4.00 for a passenger car). Only a RITBA E-ZPass account with a RI-registered vehicle qualifies for the $0.83 resident rate.

Are truck tolls coming back to Rhode Island?

Possibly. The RhodeWorks gantry toll program on major interstates has been suspended since September 2022 following a federal court ruling. The court found the daily toll caps made the program an unconstitutional tax on interstate commerce. If the state removes the caps, the program could resume, but no confirmed timeline exists as of 2026.

Can I avoid Rhode Island tolls?

Yes — simply don't cross the Newport Pell Bridge. All Rhode Island interstates (I-95, I-195, I-295) and state highways are toll-free. The Pell Bridge specifically connects Newport to Jamestown; alternative routes exist via North Kingston or South Kingstown but add 30–45 minutes.

Rhode Island vs. Neighbouring States (2026)

State System Tag Notes
Rhode Island 1 bridge (Newport Pell) E-ZPass Smallest toll network in US; resident rate $0.83
Massachusetts Mass Pike + tunnels; all electronic EZDriveMA (E-ZPass compatible) Full Pike trip $7.50 E-ZPass/$14.60 plate
Connecticut No toll roads N/A Toll-free state

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