Pay Toll Delaware: Complete Payment Guide & Methods 2025
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Pay Toll Delaware: Complete Payment Guide
Payment Methods: E-ZPass, Cash, Video Tolling (Pay by Plate)
Best Rates: Delaware E-ZPass (up to 50% savings)
Facilities: Route 1, I-95, Route 301, Delaware Memorial Bridge
Customer Service: 1-888-397-2773 (Delaware E-ZPass)
Online Payment: ezpassde.com, DRBA.net (Memorial Bridge)
How to Pay Delaware Tolls: Your Options
Delaware offers multiple ways to pay tolls, but your payment method significantly affects the cost. Delaware E-ZPass users get the best rates, while out-of-state drivers and cash users pay premium prices.
Key Reality: The payment method you choose can double your toll costs. Weekend travel on Route 1 costs Delaware E-ZPass users $4.00, while out-of-state drivers pay $6.00 for the same trip.
Payment Method Comparison (2025)
| Payment Method | Route 1 Weekend | Route 301 | Memorial Bridge | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware E-ZPass | $4.00 | $3.30 | $4.75 | All facilities |
| Out-of-State E-ZPass | $6.00 | $6.60 | $5.00 | All facilities |
| Cash | $6.00 | Not accepted | $6.00 | Route 1, I-95, Bridge |
| Video Tolling | $6.00 | $6.60 | Not available | Route 1, I-95, Route 301 |
Delaware E-ZPass: Best Payment Option
Delaware E-ZPass offers the lowest toll rates and works on all Delaware toll facilities plus 19+ other states. The savings are substantial - especially for frequent travelers.
How to Get Delaware E-ZPass
Online Registration:
- Visit ezpassde.com for account setup
- $25 minimum balance required
- $10 transponder fee (non-refundable)
- Automatic replenishment available
- Transponder mailed within 5-7 business days
Retail Locations:
- AAA locations throughout Delaware
- Wawa convenience stores
- Selected Giant Food stores
- Delaware Welcome Centers on I-95
- DRBA customer service center (Memorial Bridge)
Account Management:
- Online account access at ezpassde.com
- Mobile app for iOS and Android
- 24/7 customer service: 1-888-397-2773
- Automatic low balance alerts
- Trip history and statement downloads
Cash Payment Instructions
Cash payment is accepted at traditional toll plazas on Route 1, I-95, and Delaware Memorial Bridge. However, cash users pay the same premium rates as out-of-state E-ZPass users.
Where Cash is Accepted
Route 1 Toll Plazas:
- Dover Plaza: Cash lanes available 24/7
- Biddles Corner Plaza: Cash lanes available 24/7
- Exact change preferred, change given for bills
- Credit cards not accepted in cash lanes
I-95 Delaware Turnpike:
- Maryland Line Plaza: Cash accepted both directions
- $5.00 toll for all vehicles
- Staffed toll booths during peak hours
- Automatic change machines available
Delaware Memorial Bridge:
- Cash accepted during staffed hours
- $6.00 for passenger vehicles (increased April 2025)
- One-way toll: New Jersey to Delaware only
- Credit cards accepted at staffed lanes
Route 301 - No Cash:
- Completely cashless facility
- E-ZPass or video tolling only
- Overhead gantries at highway speeds
- No toll booths or cash lanes
Video Tolling (Pay by Plate)
Video tolling uses license plate recognition technology to bill vehicle owners by mail. This system is mandatory on Route 301 and available as backup on Route 1 and I-95 for vehicles without E-ZPass.
How Video Tolling Works
Process:
- Cameras capture license plate images
- Delaware DMV provides vehicle owner information
- Invoice mailed to registered owner within 30 days
- 30-day payment window from invoice date
- Online payment available at DelDOT website
Payment Options for Video Tolls:
- Online: deldot.gov (Route 1, I-95, Route 301)
- Phone: 1-888-397-2773 (Delaware customer service)
- Mail: Check or money order to address on invoice
- Credit/debit cards accepted online and by phone
Paying Toll Violations
Unpaid tolls quickly become expensive violations with steep penalties. Delaware has one of the highest violation fee structures in the region, making prompt payment crucial.
Violation Fee Structure (2025)
| Time Period | Base Toll | Administrative Fee | Additional Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Notice (30 days) | $1.50-6.00 | $25.00 | $10 Ambulance + $15 Crimes | $51.50-56.00 |
| Second Notice (60 days) | $1.50-6.00 | $50.00 | $10 Ambulance + $15 Crimes | $76.50-81.00 |
| Final Notice (90+ days) | $1.50-6.00 | $100.00 | $10 Ambulance + $15 Crimes | $126.50-131.00 |
How to Pay Violations
Online Payment:
- DelDOT website: deldot.gov (Route 1, I-95, Route 301)
- DRBA website: drba.net (Delaware Memorial Bridge)
- Violation number and license plate required
- Credit/debit cards accepted
- Immediate payment confirmation
Phone Payment:
- Delaware E-ZPass: 1-888-397-2773
- DRBA (Memorial Bridge): (302) 571-6300
- Service fee may apply for phone payments
- Have violation notice and payment method ready
Mail Payment:
- Check or money order to address on violation notice
- Include violation number on payment
- Allow 7-10 business days for processing
- Keep payment proof until processed
Facility-Specific Payment Information
Route 1 (Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway)
Payment Options:
- Delaware E-ZPass: $1.50 weekday, $4.00 weekend
- Out-of-state E-ZPass/Cash: $2.50 weekday, $6.00 weekend
- Video tolling available for missed cash payments
- Weekend premium pricing Friday 3 PM to Monday 6 AM
I-95 Delaware Turnpike
Payment Options:
- E-ZPass: $5.00 (all accounts)
- Cash: $5.00 (exact change preferred)
- Video tolling: $5.00 (license plate billing)
- No time-of-day pricing variations
Route 301 (First Responders Memorial Highway)
Payment Options:
- Delaware E-ZPass: $3.30 (base rate)
- Out-of-state E-ZPass: $6.60 (double rate)
- Video tolling: $6.60 (license plate billing)
- No cash payment option (completely cashless)
- Multiple toll points along 11-mile route
Delaware Memorial Bridge
Payment Options:
- Delaware/New Jersey E-ZPass: $4.75
- Other state E-ZPass: $5.00
- Cash: $6.00 (increased April 2025)
- Commuter discount: $27.50 for 22 trips (NJ E-ZPass only)
- Frequent traveler discount: $45 for 20 trips (NJ E-ZPass only)
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I drive through without paying?
Your license plate will be photographed and you'll receive a video toll invoice by mail within 30 days. If you don't pay within the 30-day window, it becomes a violation with significant penalties.
Can I use my out-of-state E-ZPass in Delaware?
Yes, E-ZPass from any member state works in Delaware. However, you'll pay higher rates than Delaware E-ZPass users - sometimes double the cost on facilities like Route 301.
How do I dispute a toll violation?
Complete the appeal form included with your violation notice or contact Delaware E-ZPass at 1-888-397-2773. Provide evidence such as E-ZPass statements or receipts showing the toll was paid. Appeals must be submitted within the time frame specified on the notice.
Can I pay Delaware tolls with credit cards?
Credit cards are accepted for violation payments online and by phone, and at staffed toll lanes on Delaware Memorial Bridge. Regular toll lanes on Route 1 and I-95 do not accept credit cards - only cash or E-ZPass.
How long does it take to receive a video toll invoice?
Video toll invoices are typically mailed within 30 days of your trip. You then have 30 days from the invoice date to pay before it becomes a violation with additional penalties.
Contact Information
Delaware E-ZPass Customer Service:
- Phone: 1-888-397-2773 (1-888-EZPassDE)
- Website: ezpassde.com
- Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
- Services: Account setup, violations, general support
DelDOT (Route 1, I-95, Route 301):
- Phone: (302) 760-2080
- Website: deldot.gov
- Email: dotpublic@delaware.gov
- Services: Video toll payments, general information
DRBA (Delaware Memorial Bridge):
- Phone: (302) 571-6300
- E-ZPass Support: E-ZPasscorrespondenceteam@DRBA.net
- Website: drba.net
- Customer Service Center: Vincent A. Julia Building (adjacent to toll plaza)
