Washington Toll Bridges and Tunnels Complete Guide: Good To Go!, Rates and Payment 2026
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Washington Toll Bridges and Tunnels Complete Guide
System: Good To Go! electronic toll collection + Pay-by-Mail ($2 more per trip without tag)
Coverage: 5 toll facilities — SR 520 Bridge, SR 99 Tunnel, Tacoma Narrows Bridge, I-405 Express Lanes, SR 167 HOT Lanes
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: Good To Go! RFID transponders, license plate recognition, dynamic pricing
Operator: Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)
Do I Need Good To Go! for Washington? 2026 Update
No — but you'll pay $2 more per trip without one. Washington operates 5 all-electronic toll facilities with Good To Go! providing the lowest rates and fastest passage. All facilities are cashless.
Key Reality: Without Good To Go!, you pay Pay-by-Mail rates — $2.00 higher per trip than the Good To Go! rate at SR 520, SR 99, and Tacoma Narrows. For daily commuters, this adds up to $500+ per year. HOV 2+ with Good To Go! rides I-405 and SR 167 Express Lanes free.
2026 Update: E-ZPass is not accepted in Washington — Good To Go! is the only accepted transponder system. Washington state joined E-ZPass as an accepted tag in Florida and Minnesota (those states now accept Good To Go!) but Washington itself still uses only the Good To Go! system domestically. Motorcycles ride all Washington toll facilities free regardless of payment method.
Washington Toll Costs: Current Rates (2026)
Current Toll Rates by Facility (2026)
| Facility | Good To Go! Rate | Pay-by-Mail Rate | HOV / Motorcycle |
|---|---|---|---|
| SR 520 Bridge (Seattle to Bellevue) | $1.25–$5.50 (dynamic; peak higher) | Good To Go! rate + $2.00 | Motorcycles free; no HOV discount on SR 520 |
| SR 99 Tunnel (downtown Seattle) | $1.25–$2.25 (dynamic) | Good To Go! rate + $2.00 | Motorcycles free; no HOV discount on SR 99 |
| Tacoma Narrows Bridge | $7.00 (2-axle Good To Go!) | $9.00 (Pay-by-Mail) | Motorcycles free; no HOV discount |
| I-405 Express Lanes | $0.75–$10.00 (dynamic) | Good To Go! rate + $2.00 | HOV 2+ free with Good To Go!; motorcycles free |
| SR 167 HOT Lanes (Auburn to Renton) | $0.50–$9.00 (dynamic) | Good To Go! rate + $2.00 | HOV 2+ free with Good To Go!; motorcycles free |
SR 520, SR 99, I-405, and SR 167 all use dynamic pricing that adjusts based on traffic demand to maintain free-flowing speeds. Check WSDOT's trip planner or the Good To Go! app for real-time pricing before travel.
To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types across Washington toll facilities, use the TollGuru Washington toll calculator:
How to Pay Washington Tolls
1. Good To Go! Transponder (Recommended):
- $10 initial setup fee (applied to account balance); $15 minimum balance required
- Available online at mygoodtogo.com or at participating retail locations
- Works on all 5 Washington toll facilities; $2 cheaper per trip versus Pay-by-Mail
- Required for HOV-free travel on I-405 and SR 167 (2+ occupants)
- E-ZPass from other states is not accepted in Washington
2. Pay-by-Mail (License Plate Billing):
- Automatic license plate recognition; invoice mailed to registered vehicle owner
- $2.00 per trip surcharge above the Good To Go! rate
- Pay online at mygoodtogo.com within the invoice deadline to avoid additional fees
- Out-of-state and rental vehicles are also invoiced via their registered state/company
3. Cash: Not accepted at any Washington toll facility. All facilities are fully cashless.
Washington Toll Facilities (2026)
SR 520 Floating Bridge (Seattle to Bellevue):
- Connects Seattle (I-5) to Bellevue and the Eastside via Lake Washington
- Dynamic pricing from $1.25 to $5.50 depending on time of day; highest during weekday peak hours
- Tolled in the westbound direction only (Seattle-bound); eastbound is free
SR 99 Alaskan Way Tunnel (Downtown Seattle):
- 2-mile bored tunnel under downtown Seattle, opened February 2019; replaced the Alaskan Way Viaduct
- Dynamic pricing $1.25–$2.25; no trucks over 14 feet tall permitted
Tacoma Narrows Bridge:
- Twin suspension bridges spanning Puget Sound; connects Tacoma to Gig Harbor (Kitsap Peninsula)
- Fixed rate: $7.00 Good To Go! / $9.00 Pay-by-Mail for 2-axle vehicles; higher for multi-axle trucks
- Tolled westbound only (Gig Harbor direction)
I-405 Express Lanes (Bellevue to Lynnwood/Renton):
- Managed express lanes on the primary Eastside north-south corridor; dynamic pricing $0.75–$10.00
- HOV 2+ travels free with Good To Go!; motorcycles always free
SR 167 HOT Lanes (Auburn to Renton):
- High-Occupancy Toll lanes on SR 167 connecting Auburn to the I-405 Renton junction; dynamic pricing
- HOV 2+ travels free with Good To Go!; motorcycles always free
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use E-ZPass in Washington?
No. Washington uses only its own Good To Go! system. E-ZPass transponders from any other state are not accepted on Washington toll facilities. Get a Good To Go! pass at mygoodtogo.com before your trip.
Do motorcycles pay tolls in Washington?
No. Motorcycles are toll-free on all Washington toll facilities regardless of whether they have a Good To Go! transponder.
How do carpool discounts work on I-405 and SR 167?
Vehicles with 2+ occupants travel free on I-405 and SR 167 Express Lanes with a Good To Go! transponder. Without a transponder, carpoolers pay Pay-by-Mail rates. There is no HOV discount on SR 520, SR 99, or Tacoma Narrows Bridge.
Are there free alternatives to Washington toll facilities?
For SR 520, the I-90 bridge is free but adds 10–30 minutes. For SR 99 tunnel, surface streets through downtown Seattle are free but significantly slower. For Tacoma Narrows, there is no free alternative bridge crossing of Puget Sound in that area.
Washington vs. Neighbouring States (2026)
| State | System | Tag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | 5 facilities; all-electronic; dynamic pricing | Good To Go! | No E-ZPass; motorcycles always free |
| Oregon | 2 Columbia River bridges only | BreezeBy | Hood River cashless since Apr 2025; I-205 project postponed |
| Idaho | No toll roads | N/A | Toll-free state |
Useful Links & Resources
- US Toll Guide - Complete guide to all 37 toll states
- Washington Toll Calculator - Calculate Good To Go! and Pay-by-Mail costs
- Good To Go! Official Site - Account setup, transponder purchase, and invoice payment
- WSDOT Toll Facilities - Official WSDOT information on all toll roads and current rates
- Good To Go! Customer Service: 1-866-936-8246
