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| − | The | + | The Ohio Turnpike<ref>[http://www.ohioturnpike.org/e-zpass/toll-rates Ohio Turnpike]</ref> is a 242-mile-long toll road that connects Chicago and Pittsburgh. It is owned and maintained by the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission (OTIC). The turnpike is part of the three interstates: I-76, I-80, and I-90. |
| − | 2-axle | + | A 2-axle car pays $14.75 E-ZPass toll and $21.50 Non E-ZPass tag (cash, credit card) toll to travel from Eastgate to Westgate. |
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== How to pay toll on Ohio turnpike == | == How to pay toll on Ohio turnpike == | ||
| − | + | Here are the ways to pay tolls on the Ohio Turnpike: | |
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| + | <li>'''E-ZPass'''<ref>[https://www.ezpassoh.com/ E-ZPass tag]</ref> is the most convenient way to pay tolls. You will need to purchase an E-ZPass transponder and register it with the Ohio Turnpike. Once your transponder is registered, you can drive through the E-ZPass lanes and your toll will be automatically deducted from your account.</li> | ||
| + | <li>'''Pay-by-plate''' is available for vehicles that do not have an E-ZPass transponder. When you drive through a toll plaza, your license plate number will be photographed and your toll will be mailed to you.</li> | ||
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| + | <li>'''Cash or credit cards''' can be used at toll booths. You will need to have the exact amount of cash or a credit card with a chip reader.</li> | ||
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=== Toll payment methods for Ohio turnpike === | === Toll payment methods for Ohio turnpike === | ||
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== How to pay missed toll in Ohio == | == How to pay missed toll in Ohio == | ||
| − | + | Ohio Turnpike<ref>[https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/turnpike-toll-rates-oklahoma Ohio Turnpike]</ref> has a gated system at the toll booths. This means that motorists cannot pass through the toll booth without paying a toll. This eliminates the possibility of toll violations or missed tolls. | |
| + | However, there are a few things to keep in mind: | ||
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| + | If you are using cash or credit card, you will need to have the exact amount of money ready. The toll booths do not give change. | ||
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| + | If you are using E-ZPass, you will need to make sure that your transponder is properly mounted in your vehicle. If it is not, your toll may not be deducted from your account. | ||
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| + | If you are driving a vehicle that is not E-ZPass-eligible, you will need to pay by mail. You will receive a bill in the mail for the tolls that you owe. | ||
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== How are tolls calculated for trucks == | == How are tolls calculated for trucks == | ||
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Ohio Turnpike
The Ohio Turnpike[1] is a 242-mile-long toll road that connects Chicago and Pittsburgh. It is owned and maintained by the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission (OTIC). The turnpike is part of the three interstates: I-76, I-80, and I-90.
A 2-axle car pays $14.75 E-ZPass toll and $21.50 Non E-ZPass tag (cash, credit card) toll to travel from Eastgate to Westgate.
How to pay toll on Ohio turnpike
Here are the ways to pay tolls on the Ohio Turnpike:
- E-ZPass[2] is the most convenient way to pay tolls. You will need to purchase an E-ZPass transponder and register it with the Ohio Turnpike. Once your transponder is registered, you can drive through the E-ZPass lanes and your toll will be automatically deducted from your account.
- Pay-by-plate is available for vehicles that do not have an E-ZPass transponder. When you drive through a toll plaza, your license plate number will be photographed and your toll will be mailed to you.
- Cash or credit cards can be used at toll booths. You will need to have the exact amount of cash or a credit card with a chip reader.
Toll payment methods for Ohio turnpike
To pay tolls on Ohio turnpike you can use E-ZPass tag[3] or pay with Cash.
An E-ZPass is a small electronic transponder that is used to pay tolls for your trips on Ohio turnpikes. You don’t need to stop to pay a toll. The transponder is mounted on your vehicle’s windshield. When you travel on any toll road, thruway, tunnel or bridge, the transponder charges your E-ZPass account for the appropriate toll. The E-ZPass may also provide a discount on the toll rate depending on the state that has issued the E-ZPass.
Learn more on E-Zpass OH.
How to pay missed toll in Ohio
Ohio Turnpike[4] has a gated system at the toll booths. This means that motorists cannot pass through the toll booth without paying a toll. This eliminates the possibility of toll violations or missed tolls. However, there are a few things to keep in mind:
If you are using cash or credit card, you will need to have the exact amount of money ready. The toll booths do not give change.
If you are using E-ZPass, you will need to make sure that your transponder is properly mounted in your vehicle. If it is not, your toll may not be deducted from your account.
If you are driving a vehicle that is not E-ZPass-eligible, you will need to pay by mail. You will receive a bill in the mail for the tolls that you owe.
How are tolls calculated for trucks
Trucks pay tolls on Ohio turnpike based on number of axles. Vehicles higher than 7 feet over first two axles pay higher tolls for same number of axles as vehicles less than 7 feet toll.
Ohio Truck toll calculator can help you calculate tolls and gas expenses for all truck classes in Ohio. The toll calculator assumes truck height over first two axles is more than 7 feet.
What is E-ZPass OH
E-ZPass OH or Ohio E-ZPass[5] is an electronic tag that you can install in your windshield to zoom through electronic toll gantries. You don’t need to stop to pay toll.
The transponder is mounted on your vehicle’s windshield. When you travel on any toll road, thruway, tunnel or bridge, the transponder charges your E-ZPass account for the appropriate toll. The E-ZPass may also provide a discount on the toll rate depending on the state that has issued the E-ZPass.
Where can I use E-ZPass
The E-ZPass is accepted across 18 states in the United States. Therefore, if you already have an E-ZPass from any of these states, you are good to use it in Ohio. <div class
| Delaware | Massachusetts | North Carolina | Illinois | New Hampshire | Ohio |
| Indiana | New Jersey | Pennsylvania | Kentucky | New Jersey – Delaware | Rhode Island |
| Maine | New York | Virginia | Maryland | West Virginia | New York City Area |
Ohio turnpike tolling agencies and contacts
The Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission[6] manages Ohio turnpike toll payments. For any questions about toll payment methods or your toll bill please contact the agency[7].
Calculate tolls for Ohio and other states in the US
Calculate routes, tolls and fuel costs for your travel by car, truck, taxi, bus, caravans (with or without a trailer) in Ohio and other states of the US using TollGuru Trip Calculator. It also shows the cheapest, fastest and other optimal routes to your destination along with toll plaza(s) location en route, payment methods and more.
Rideshare, OEM, TMS, fleet companies and other transport businesses can leverage toll intelligence by integrating with the TollGuru Toll API for pre-trip calculation and post-trip reconciliation.
