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== Do I Need Good To Go! for Washington? 2025 Update ==
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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, you don't need Good To Go! to use Washington toll facilities - but you'll save $2 on every trip with one. Washington operates 5 toll facilities with Good To Go! providing the lowest rates and fastest passage through all locations.</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;">Key Reality:</strong> Without Good To Go!, you'll pay $2 more per trip through Pay-by-Mail billing. For daily commuters, this adds up to $1,000+ annually in unnecessary fees.</p>
  
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No, you don't need Good To Go! to use Washington toll facilities - but you'll save $2 on every trip with one. Washington operates 5 toll facilities with Good To Go! providing the lowest rates and fastest passage through all locations.
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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;">2025 Update:</strong> New toll rates took effect March 1, 2025 on I-405 and SR 167 with maximum rates increasing to $15. SR 99 tunnel rates increased July 1, 2025. New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton in summer 2025.</p>
  
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'''Key Reality:''' Without Good To Go!, you'll pay $2 more per trip through Pay-by-Mail billing. For daily commuters, this adds up to $1,000+ annually in unnecessary fees.
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'''2025 Update:''' New toll rates took effect March 1, 2025 on I-405 and SR 167 with maximum rates increasing to $15. SR 99 tunnel rates increased July 1, 2025. New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton in summer 2025.
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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;">Washington operates 5 toll facilities with varying rate structures, from fixed-rate bridges to dynamic pricing express lanes.</p>
  
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== Washington Toll Costs: Current Rates ==
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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;">Current Toll Rates by Facility (2025)</h3>
  
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Washington operates 5 toll facilities with varying rate structures, from fixed-rate bridges to dynamic pricing express lanes.
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<th>Good To Go! Rate</th>
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<th>Pay-by-Mail Rate</th>
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<th>Operating Hours</th>
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<td>SR 520 Bridge</td>
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<td>$1.25-$4.30</td>
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<td>$3.25-$6.30</td>
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<td>24/7 both directions</td>
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</tr>
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<td>Tacoma Narrows Bridge</td>
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<td>$3.25-$6.50</td>
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<td>$5.25-$8.50</td>
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<td>24/7 eastbound only</td>
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<td>SR 99 Tunnel</td>
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<td>$1.00-$2.25</td>
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<td>$3.00-$4.25</td>
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<td>24/7 both directions</td>
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<td>I-405 Express Lanes</td>
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<td>$1.00-$15.00</td>
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<td>$3.00-$17.00</td>
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<td>5 AM-8 PM Mon-Fri</td>
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<td>SR 167 HOT Lanes</td>
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<td>$1.00-$15.00</td>
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<td>$3.00-$17.00</td>
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<td>5 AM-8 PM Mon-Sun</td>
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=== Current Toll Rates by Facility (2025) ===
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! Facility
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! Good To Go! Rate
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! Operating Hours
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| SR 520 Bridge
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| $1.25-$4.30
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| $3.25-$6.30
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| 24/7 both directions
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<td>I-405 Express Lanes</td>
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| Tacoma Narrows Bridge
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<td>6-8 minutes</td>
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| $3.25-$6.50
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<td>12-25 mph faster</td>
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| $5.25-$8.50
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<td>Free with Good To Go! Flex</td>
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| 24/7 eastbound only
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| SR 99 Tunnel
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<td>SR 167 HOT Lanes</td>
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| $1.00-$2.25
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<td>6-7 minutes</td>
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| $3.00-$4.25
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<td>12-15 mph faster</td>
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| 24/7 both directions
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<td>Free with Good To Go! Flex</td>
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| I-405 Express Lanes
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| $1.00-$15.00
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| $3.00-$17.00
 
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| 5 AM-8 PM Mon-Fri
 
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| SR 167 HOT Lanes
 
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| $1.00-$15.00
 
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| $3.00-$17.00
 
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| 5 AM-8 PM Mon-Sun
 
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== How to Pay Washington Tolls ==
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You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Washington:
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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 Washington:</p>
  
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'''1. Good To Go! Electronic System:'''
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* '''Good To Go! Pass:''' Standard transponder for all facilities
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* '''Good To Go! Flex Pass:''' Switchable for carpool discounts ($15 one-time fee)
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<li><strong>Good To Go! Pass:</strong> Standard transponder for all facilities</li>
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* '''Pay By Plate:''' License plate account (25¢ additional fee per trip)
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<li><strong>Good To Go! Flex Pass:</strong> Switchable for carpool discounts ($15 one-time fee)</li>
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* '''Mobile App:''' Account management via MyGoodToGo.com
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<li><strong>Pay By Plate:</strong> License plate account (25¢ additional fee per trip)</li>
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<li><strong>Mobile App:</strong> Account management via MyGoodToGo.com</li>
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'''2. Pay-by-Mail System:'''
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* License plate photography and mailed invoices
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* $2 higher rate than Good To Go! on all facilities
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<li>License plate photography and mailed invoices</li>
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* Payment required within 30 days of invoice
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<li>$2 higher rate than Good To Go! on all facilities</li>
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* Available on all Washington toll facilities
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<li>Payment required within 30 days of invoice</li>
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<li>Available on all Washington toll facilities</li>
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<li>Not accepted at any Washington toll facility</li>
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<li>All facilities use electronic tolling only</li>
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<li>No toll booths or cash collection points</li>
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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;">To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Washington toll facilities, use TollGuru Washington toll calculator</p>
  
 
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== Recent Changes (2025) ==
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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;">I-405 & SR 167 Express Lane Updates:</strong></p>
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<li>March 1, 2025: New toll rates with maximum increased from $10 to $15</li>
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<li>Extended operating hours from 7 PM to 8 PM weekdays</li>
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<li>New carpool policy: 3+ people required during peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM)</li>
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<li>Summer 2025: New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton</li>
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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;">SR 99 Tunnel Rate Changes:</strong></p>
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<li>July 1, 2025: Toll rates increased 5¢ off-peak, 10¢ evening peak</li>
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<li>Continued revenue generation for $200M construction cost recovery</li>
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<li>Enhanced electronic toll collection system upgrades</li>
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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;">Future Developments:</strong></p>
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<li>I-5 Bridge replacement project: Tolling expected to begin Spring 2026</li>
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<li>Continued expansion of express toll lane network</li>
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<li>Low-income discount program under legislative consideration</li>
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<li>Connects Seattle to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond</li>
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<li>World's longest floating bridge at 7,710 feet</li>
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<li>Tolls collected both directions, 24/7 operation</li>
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<li>Time-of-day pricing: $1.25-$4.30 with Good To Go!</li>
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* March 1, 2025: New toll rates with maximum increased from $10 to $15
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* Extended operating hours from 7 PM to 8 PM weekdays
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<li>Twin suspension bridges connecting Tacoma to Kitsap Peninsula</li>
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* New carpool policy: 3+ people required during peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM)
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<li>Carries SR 16 over Tacoma Narrows strait</li>
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* Summer 2025: New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton
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<li>Tolls collected eastbound only (toward Tacoma)</li>
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<li>Time-of-day pricing: $3.25-$6.50 with Good To Go!</li>
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* July 1, 2025: Toll rates increased 5¢ off-peak, 10¢ evening peak
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* Continued revenue generation for $200M construction cost recovery
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<li>2-mile tunnel beneath downtown Seattle</li>
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* Enhanced electronic toll collection system upgrades
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<li>Replacement for Alaskan Way Viaduct</li>
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<li>Tolls collected both directions upon tunnel exit</li>
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<li>Time-of-day pricing: $1.00-$2.25 with Good To Go!</li>
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== Washington Toll Facilities ==
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<li>Currently: Lynnwood to Bellevue (17 miles)</li>
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<li>Summer 2025: Extending to Renton (additional 10 miles)</li>
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<li>Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions</li>
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<li>Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Friday</li>
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* Connects Seattle to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond
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* World's longest floating bridge at 7,710 feet
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<li>9-mile stretch from Renton to Auburn</li>
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* Tolls collected both directions, 24/7 operation
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<li>First HOT lanes in Washington (opened 2008)</li>
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* Time-of-day pricing: $1.25-$4.30 with Good To Go!
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<li>Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions</li>
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<li>Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Sunday</li>
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'''Tacoma Narrows Bridge - Puget Sound Gateway:'''
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* Twin suspension bridges connecting Tacoma to Kitsap Peninsula
 
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* Carries SR 16 over Tacoma Narrows strait
 
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'''SR 99 Tunnel - Downtown Seattle Bypass:'''
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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>
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* 2-mile tunnel beneath downtown Seattle
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* Replacement for Alaskan Way Viaduct
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<li>Daily Seattle-Eastside commute: $5-15 with Good To Go!</li>
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* Tolls collected both directions upon tunnel exit
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<li>Cross-Sound travel (Tacoma): $3.25-$6.50 per trip</li>
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* Time-of-day pricing: $1.00-$2.25 with Good To Go!
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<li>Express lane time savings: 6-8 minutes average</li>
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<li>Annual Good To Go! savings: $500-$1,500 for regular users</li>
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* Currently: Lynnwood to Bellevue (17 miles)
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* Summer 2025: Extending to Renton (additional 10 miles)
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<li>I-90 Bridge (free alternative to SR 520)</li>
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* Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions
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<li>General purpose lanes on I-405 and SR 167</li>
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* Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Friday
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<li>Surface streets (significantly slower)</li>
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<li>Public transit using express lanes (toll-free)</li>
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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;">Peak Travel Times:</strong></p>
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* 9-mile stretch from Renton to Auburn
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* First HOT lanes in Washington (opened 2008)
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<li>Morning rush: 5-9 AM (higher rates on all facilities)</li>
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* Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions
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<li>Evening rush: 3-6 PM (highest rates, 3+ carpool requirement)</li>
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* Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Sunday
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<li>Weekend rates: Lower on bridges, express lanes free</li>
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<li>Overnight rates: Lowest on bridges, express lanes free</li>
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== Frequently Asked Questions ==
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=== Can I use E-ZPass in Washington? ===
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<h3 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Can I use E-ZPass in Washington?</h3>
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No, E-ZPass is not accepted in Washington. You must use Good To Go! accounts and passes for the lowest toll rates on all Washington facilities.
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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, E-ZPass is not accepted in Washington. You must use Good To Go! accounts and passes for the lowest toll rates on all Washington facilities.</p>
  
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=== What happens if I don't pay Washington tolls? ===
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<h3 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happens if I don't pay Washington tolls?</h3>
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Unpaid tolls result in civil penalties: $5 fee after 30 days, $10 after 60 days, and $25 after 90 days. Continued non-payment can result in registration holds preventing vehicle renewal.
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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;">Unpaid tolls result in civil penalties: $5 fee after 30 days, $10 after 60 days, and $25 after 90 days. Continued non-payment can result in registration holds preventing vehicle renewal.</p>
  
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=== Do motorcycles pay tolls in Washington? ===
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<h3 style="font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">Do motorcycles pay tolls in Washington?</h3>
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Yes, motorcycles pay the same tolls as cars on all Washington facilities. There are no motorcycle discounts on bridges, tunnels, or express lanes.
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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;">Yes, motorcycles pay the same tolls as cars on all Washington facilities. There are no motorcycle discounts on bridges, tunnels, or express lanes.</p>
  
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=== How do carpool discounts work? ===
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Carpools (2+ people) travel free on I-405 and SR 167 express lanes with Good To Go! Flex Pass. During peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM), 3+ people are required for free travel. Carpools pay regular tolls on bridges and tunnels.
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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;">Carpools (2+ people) travel free on I-405 and SR 167 express lanes with Good To Go! Flex Pass. During peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM), 3+ people are required for free travel. Carpools pay regular tolls on bridges and tunnels.</p>
  
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== Washington vs. Neighboring States ==
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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;">Yes: I-90 Bridge is free (alternative to SR 520), general purpose lanes on I-405/SR 167 are free, and there are no tolls on I-5, I-405 (outside express lanes), or most other Washington highways.</p>
  
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| Washington
 
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| Good To Go! electronic
 
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| $1.00-$15.00
 
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| 5 facilities
 
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| [[canada-toll|Canada]]
 
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| Electronic + Cash
 
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| $1.00-$8.00 CAD
 
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| Select bridges/highways
 
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| [[us-toll|United States]]
 
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| E-ZPass + state systems
 
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| $0.05-$0.50 per mile
 
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| 17 toll states
 
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== Useful Links & Resources ==
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<th>State/Province</th>
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<th>System Type</th>
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<td>Washington</td>
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<td>Good To Go! electronic</td>
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<td>$1.00-$15.00</td>
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<td>5 facilities</td>
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<td>[[canada-toll|Canada]]</td>
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<td>Electronic + Cash</td>
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<td>$1.00-$8.00 CAD</td>
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<td>Select bridges/highways</td>
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</tr>
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<td>[[us-toll|United States]]</td>
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<td>E-ZPass + state systems</td>
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<td>$0.05-$0.50 per mile</td>
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<td>17 toll states</td>
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* [[us-toll|US Toll Roads]] - National toll road information
 
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* [[canada-toll|Canada Toll Roads]] - Cross-border toll information
 
  
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* WSDOT Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246
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* Good To Go! Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246
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<li>[[us-toll|US Toll Roads]] - National toll road information</li>
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* Washington State Transportation Commission: (360) 705-7070
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<li>[[canada-toll|Canada Toll Roads]] - Cross-border toll information</li>
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* MyGoodToGo.com: Online account management
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<li>[[good-to-go-washington|Good To Go! Washington]] - Account setup and management</li>
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<li>[[sr-520-bridge-toll|SR 520 Bridge Toll]] - Lake Washington crossing details</li>
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<li>[[tacoma-narrows-bridge-toll|Tacoma Narrows Bridge Toll]] - Puget Sound crossing information</li>
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<li>[[i-405-express-lanes|I-405 Express Lanes]] - Eastside corridor express tolling</li>
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<li>[[sr-167-hot-lanes|SR 167 HOT Lanes]] - South King County express lanes</li>
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<li>[[sr-99-tunnel-toll|SR 99 Tunnel Toll]] - Downtown Seattle tunnel tolling</li>
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<li>WSDOT Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246</li>
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<li>Good To Go! Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246</li>
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<li>Washington State Transportation Commission: (360) 705-7070</li>
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<li>MyGoodToGo.com: Online account management</li>
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</ul>
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<li>Washington State Patrol: 911 or *WSP (*977)</li>
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<li>WSDOT Traffic Operations: 511 or (206) 368-4499</li>
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<li>Bridge Emergency: 911</li>
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<li>Tunnel Emergency: 911</li>
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Washington Toll Bridges & Tunnels Complete Guide

System: Good To Go! electronic toll collection + Pay-by-Mail
Coverage: 5 toll facilities including bridges, tunnels, and express lanes
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: Good To Go! transponders, RFID, license plate recognition
Operators: Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)

Do I Need Good To Go! for Washington? 2025 Update

No, you don't need Good To Go! to use Washington toll facilities - but you'll save $2 on every trip with one. Washington operates 5 toll facilities with Good To Go! providing the lowest rates and fastest passage through all locations.

Key Reality: Without Good To Go!, you'll pay $2 more per trip through Pay-by-Mail billing. For daily commuters, this adds up to $1,000+ annually in unnecessary fees.

2025 Update: New toll rates took effect March 1, 2025 on I-405 and SR 167 with maximum rates increasing to $15. SR 99 tunnel rates increased July 1, 2025. New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton in summer 2025.

Washington Toll Costs: Current Rates

Washington operates 5 toll facilities with varying rate structures, from fixed-rate bridges to dynamic pricing express lanes.

Current Toll Rates by Facility (2025)

<thead> </thead> <tbody> </tbody>
Facility Good To Go! Rate Pay-by-Mail Rate Operating Hours
SR 520 Bridge $1.25-$4.30 $3.25-$6.30 24/7 both directions
Tacoma Narrows Bridge $3.25-$6.50 $5.25-$8.50 24/7 eastbound only
SR 99 Tunnel $1.00-$2.25 $3.00-$4.25 24/7 both directions
I-405 Express Lanes $1.00-$15.00 $3.00-$17.00 5 AM-8 PM Mon-Fri
SR 167 HOT Lanes $1.00-$15.00 $3.00-$17.00 5 AM-8 PM Mon-Sun

Express Lane Benefits (2025)

<thead> </thead> <tbody> </tbody>
Facility Average Time Savings Speed Advantage Carpools (2+ People)
I-405 Express Lanes 6-8 minutes 12-25 mph faster Free with Good To Go! Flex
SR 167 HOT Lanes 6-7 minutes 12-15 mph faster Free with Good To Go! Flex

How to Pay Washington Tolls

You can use the following toll payment methods to pay tolls in Washington:

1. Good To Go! Electronic System:

  • Good To Go! Pass: Standard transponder for all facilities
  • Good To Go! Flex Pass: Switchable for carpool discounts ($15 one-time fee)
  • Pay By Plate: License plate account (25¢ additional fee per trip)
  • Mobile App: Account management via MyGoodToGo.com

2. Pay-by-Mail System:

  • License plate photography and mailed invoices
  • $2 higher rate than Good To Go! on all facilities
  • Payment required within 30 days of invoice
  • Available on all Washington toll facilities

3. Cash Payment:

  • Not accepted at any Washington toll facility
  • All facilities use electronic tolling only
  • No toll booths or cash collection points

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Washington toll facilities, use TollGuru Washington toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

I-405 & SR 167 Express Lane Updates:

  • March 1, 2025: New toll rates with maximum increased from $10 to $15
  • Extended operating hours from 7 PM to 8 PM weekdays
  • New carpool policy: 3+ people required during peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM)
  • Summer 2025: New I-405 express lanes opening from Bellevue to Renton

SR 99 Tunnel Rate Changes:

  • July 1, 2025: Toll rates increased 5¢ off-peak, 10¢ evening peak
  • Continued revenue generation for $200M construction cost recovery
  • Enhanced electronic toll collection system upgrades

Future Developments:

  • I-5 Bridge replacement project: Tolling expected to begin Spring 2026
  • Continued expansion of express toll lane network
  • Low-income discount program under legislative consideration

Washington Toll Facilities

SR 520 Bridge (Evergreen Point) - Lake Washington Crossing:

  • Connects Seattle to Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond
  • World's longest floating bridge at 7,710 feet
  • Tolls collected both directions, 24/7 operation
  • Time-of-day pricing: $1.25-$4.30 with Good To Go!

Tacoma Narrows Bridge - Puget Sound Gateway:

  • Twin suspension bridges connecting Tacoma to Kitsap Peninsula
  • Carries SR 16 over Tacoma Narrows strait
  • Tolls collected eastbound only (toward Tacoma)
  • Time-of-day pricing: $3.25-$6.50 with Good To Go!

SR 99 Tunnel - Downtown Seattle Bypass:

  • 2-mile tunnel beneath downtown Seattle
  • Replacement for Alaskan Way Viaduct
  • Tolls collected both directions upon tunnel exit
  • Time-of-day pricing: $1.00-$2.25 with Good To Go!

I-405 Express Toll Lanes - Eastside Corridor:

  • Currently: Lynnwood to Bellevue (17 miles)
  • Summer 2025: Extending to Renton (additional 10 miles)
  • Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions
  • Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Friday

SR 167 HOT Lanes - South King County:

  • 9-mile stretch from Renton to Auburn
  • First HOT lanes in Washington (opened 2008)
  • Dynamic pricing: $1.00-$15.00 based on traffic conditions
  • Operating hours: 5 AM-8 PM Monday-Sunday

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Daily Seattle-Eastside commute: $5-15 with Good To Go!
  • Cross-Sound travel (Tacoma): $3.25-$6.50 per trip
  • Express lane time savings: 6-8 minutes average
  • Annual Good To Go! savings: $500-$1,500 for regular users

Toll-Free Alternatives:

  • I-90 Bridge (free alternative to SR 520)
  • General purpose lanes on I-405 and SR 167
  • Surface streets (significantly slower)
  • Public transit using express lanes (toll-free)

Peak Travel Times:

  • Morning rush: 5-9 AM (higher rates on all facilities)
  • Evening rush: 3-6 PM (highest rates, 3+ carpool requirement)
  • Weekend rates: Lower on bridges, express lanes free
  • Overnight rates: Lowest on bridges, express lanes free

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use E-ZPass in Washington?

No, E-ZPass is not accepted in Washington. You must use Good To Go! accounts and passes for the lowest toll rates on all Washington facilities.

What happens if I don't pay Washington tolls?

Unpaid tolls result in civil penalties: $5 fee after 30 days, $10 after 60 days, and $25 after 90 days. Continued non-payment can result in registration holds preventing vehicle renewal.

Do motorcycles pay tolls in Washington?

Yes, motorcycles pay the same tolls as cars on all Washington facilities. There are no motorcycle discounts on bridges, tunnels, or express lanes.

How do carpool discounts work?

Carpools (2+ people) travel free on I-405 and SR 167 express lanes with Good To Go! Flex Pass. During peak hours (5-9 AM, 3-6 PM), 3+ people are required for free travel. Carpools pay regular tolls on bridges and tunnels.

Are there any free alternatives to toll facilities?

Yes: I-90 Bridge is free (alternative to SR 520), general purpose lanes on I-405/SR 167 are free, and there are no tolls on I-5, I-405 (outside express lanes), or most other Washington highways.

Washington vs. Neighboring States

<thead> </thead> <tbody> </tbody>
State/Province System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Washington Good To Go! electronic $1.00-$15.00 5 facilities
Canada Electronic + Cash $1.00-$8.00 CAD Select bridges/highways
United States E-ZPass + state systems $0.05-$0.50 per mile 17 toll states

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Official Agencies:

  • WSDOT Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246
  • Good To Go! Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246
  • Washington State Transportation Commission: (360) 705-7070
  • MyGoodToGo.com: Online account management

Emergency Contacts:

  • Washington State Patrol: 911 or *WSP (*977)
  • WSDOT Traffic Operations: 511 or (206) 368-4499
  • Bridge Emergency: 911
  • Tunnel Emergency: 911
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