The July 1st toll changes on all state-owned Bay Area bridges will affect almost all motorists, including carpoolers and motorcyclists. Find out how your commute will be affected by reading our FAQ. If you have a question that isn’t answered, please leave a comment below.
1. What are the new tolls for regular/single commuters during peak and non-peak commuting hours?
- Golden Gate Bridge – The toll on the Golden Gate Bridge remains the same for two-axle vehicles: $5 with FasTrak, $6 cash
- San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge – Weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 5-10 AM and 3-7 PM: $6
- All other bridges* – Every day, all day: $5
- Weekdays (Monday-Friday) at all other times: $4
- Weekends (Saturday and Sunday): $5
2. What is the discounted toll for carpoolers during peak hours?
- Peak/carpool hours are Weekdays (Monday-Friday) from 5-9 AM and 4-6 PM
- Golden Gate Bridge – With FasTrak: $3. There is no dedicated carpool lane, so you must stop in a staff-toll lane to be accurately registered as a qualifying carpool.
- All other bridges* – $2.50. You must use a designated carpool lane to qualify for the discount.
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