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Grand Parkway Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: Electronic toll collection only (TxTag, EZ TAG, TollTag, K-TAG, PIKEPASS)
Coverage: 8 operational segments from I-10 West to SH 146, 107 miles when complete
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: Electronic transponders only, no cash option
Operators: TxDOT (majority), Fort Bend County Toll Road Authority (FBCTRA)

Do I Need a Toll Tag for Grand Parkway? 2025 Update

Yes, you must have a valid electronic toll tag to drive on Grand Parkway toll sections - there is no cash payment option anywhere on the system. Unlike some Texas toll roads, Grand Parkway does not offer Pay by Plate billing for most segments.

Key Reality: Driving without a valid toll tag on Fort Bend County segments results in violation notices with additional fees. TxDOT segments now offer Pay by Plate with 50% surcharge over tag rates as of April 2025.

2025 Update: HCTRA now manages TxTag billing (since November 2024), and toll rates increased on January 1 and April 1, 2025. The system accepts TxTag, EZ TAG, TollTag, K-TAG, PIKEPASS, and METRO HOT Lanes tags.

Grand Parkway Toll Costs: Current Rates

Grand Parkway operates as SH 99, forming the outer loop around Houston with electronic tolling throughout eight operational segments covering approximately 107 miles.

Current Toll Rates by Segment (2025)

Segment Location Tag Rate (2-Axle) Operator
Segment D (FBCTRA) US 59 South to Fry Road $0.44 per plaza (7 plazas) Fort Bend County
Segment D (TxDOT) Fry Road to I-10 West Non-tolled section TxDOT
Segment E I-10 West to HWY 290 Distance-based rates TxDOT
Segment F-1 HWY 290 to HWY 249 Distance-based rates TxDOT
Segment F-2 HWY 249 to I-45 Distance-based rates TxDOT
Segment G I-45 to HWY 59 North Distance-based rates TxDOT
Segment H HWY 59 North to HWY 90 Distance-based rates TxDOT
Segment I-1 & I-2 HWY 90 to SH 146 Distance-based rates TxDOT

Vehicle Class Structure (2025)

Vehicle Class Description Rate Multiplier Examples
2-Axle Cars, motorcycles, light trucks Base rate Sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks
3-Axle Small trucks, RVs with trailer 2x base rate Dual-wheel trucks, motorhomes
4-Axle Medium trucks 3x base rate Delivery trucks, small semis
5-Axle Large trucks 4x base rate Standard tractor-trailers
6+ Axle Heavy commercial vehicles 5x base rate Oversized loads, multi-trailer rigs

How to Pay Grand Parkway Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls on Grand Parkway:

1. Electronic Toll Tags (Required for FBCTRA segments):

  • TxTag (managed by HCTRA since November 2024)
  • EZ TAG (Harris County Toll Road Authority)
  • TollTag (North Texas Tollway Authority)
  • K-TAG (Kansas Turnpike Authority)
  • PIKEPASS (Oklahoma Turnpike Authority)
  • METRO HOT Lanes Toll Tag

2. Pay by Plate (TxDOT segments only, as of April 2025):

  • License plate recognition billing
  • 50% surcharge over tag rates
  • Invoice mailed to vehicle owner
  • Not available on Fort Bend County segments

3. Trip Building Process (FBCTRA segments):

  • Multiple tolls combined into single transaction
  • Example: 7 x $0.44 tolls = one $3.08 charge
  • No additional fees, simplified billing

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Grand Parkway toll roads, use TollGuru Texas toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

TxTag Management Transfer:

  • HCTRA now manages TxTag billing effective November 2024
  • Improved customer service and billing consistency
  • All existing TxTags continue to work normally

Toll Rate Increases:

  • January 1, 2025: Tag toll rates increased across TxDOT segments
  • April 1, 2025: Pay by Plate option introduced with 50% surcharge
  • Fort Bend County segments maintain electronic-only policy

System Expansion:

  • 8 segments now operational covering 107 miles
  • Segments A, B, C under development to complete 184-mile loop
  • Enhanced hurricane evacuation routes for Houston area

Texas Regional Toll Information

Houston Area Toll Network - Comprehensive System:

Fort Bend County Facilities:

Texas State Toll Roads:

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Full Fort Bend segment: $3.08 (7 plazas at $0.44 each)
  • Cross-town trips: $5-15 depending on segments used
  • Commercial vehicles: 2x to 5x passenger car rates

Toll-Free Alternatives:

  • FM 1093 parallel to Westpark Tollway (slower but free)
  • Local roads through residential areas (significantly slower)
  • Exit before tolled overpasses on FBCTRA segments

Special Programs:

  • 100% toll discount for disabled veterans with qualifying plates
  • Trip building combines multiple transactions for simplified billing
  • Cross-operator compatibility across all Texas toll tags

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Grand Parkway tolls completely?

Partially - you can exit before tolled overpasses on Fort Bend segments or use parallel roads like FM 1093. However, this adds 15-45 minutes to most trips and isn't practical for long-distance travel around Houston.

What happens if I don't have a toll tag on FBCTRA segments?

You'll receive a violation notice with additional fees. FBCTRA operates electronic-only tolling with no Pay by Plate option. Call (855) 999-2024 for one-time payment, but future travel requires a valid toll tag.

Do motorcycles pay tolls on Grand Parkway?

Yes, motorcycles are classified as 2-axle vehicles and pay the same tolls as passenger cars. They must have a valid electronic toll tag on all segments.

Can I use E-ZPass on Grand Parkway?

No, E-ZPass is not accepted in Texas. You need TxTag, EZ TAG, TollTag, K-TAG, PIKEPASS, or METRO HOT Lanes tags to use Grand Parkway toll facilities.

How does trip building work on FBCTRA segments?

FBCTRA combines multiple tolls within 4 hours on the same road into one transaction. For example, 7 separate $0.44 charges become one $3.08 charge on your statement, simplifying billing without additional fees.

Grand Parkway vs. Regional Toll Roads

Toll Road System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Grand Parkway (SH 99) Electronic only $0.44-0.75/segment Outer Houston loop
Sam Houston Tollway Electronic + limited cash $1.20-1.75/segment Inner Houston loop
Westpark Tollway Electronic only $0.40-1.50/segment East-west connector
Austin Toll Roads Electronic + Pay by Plate $0.25-1.00/segment Central Texas network

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Official Agencies:

  • TxDOT: 1-800-452-9292 - State highway information and TxTag support
  • FBCTRA: (855) 999-2024 - Fort Bend County segments billing and violations
  • HCTRA: (713) 875-3279 - EZ TAG accounts and Houston area tolls
  • NTTA: (817) 731-6882 - TollTag accounts (works on all Texas toll roads)

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