Georgia State Toll Guide
Everything you need to know
A Tourist’s Guide to Toll Roads in Georgia
If you’re planning a trip to the Peach State, you may wonder, “Does Georgia have toll roads?” The answer to your question is yes, there are toll roads in Georgia, all concentrated in the Atlanta area. Fortunately, Avis makes tackling Georgia toll roads effortless with this helpful guide. We make your travel plans more convenient, from our vast number of locations in Georgia to our informative guides and fantastic savings.
How Do Tolls Work in Georgia?
Georgia tolls are exclusively collected on express lanes in the Atlanta area. These lanes give drivers the optional convenience of faster travel times by paying a toll. The express lanes, which help manage traffic congestion and improve travel efficiency, operate on a dynamic pricing system. Toll rates adjust in real-time based on traffic conditions and demand. (Source)
- Toll road systems: Peach Pass, SunPass, E-Pass and LeeWay, E-ZPass, QuickPass
- Accepted payment methods: toll tag/transponder
- Official resources:
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Learn MoreMajor Tollways in Atlanta, Georgia
I-85 Express Lanes
- Direction: Northeast-Southwest
- Route: Starts at Chamblee Tucker Road and ends at Old Peachtree Road
- Length: 16 miles (25.74 km)
- Speed Limit: 40-70 mph (Source)
- Along the Way: Dekalb County, Gwinnett County, North Atlanta
The I-85 Express Lanes run alongside I-85 and extend northeast from Atlanta towards the northeastern suburbs, facilitating faster travel options for travelers and residents. Like all Atlanta toll roads, express lanes are optional, and the current pricing for express lane use is posted near express lane entrances. (Source)
I-75 South Metro Express Lanes
- Direction: North-South
- Route: Starts at McDonough Road (SR 155) and ends at Stockbridge Highway (SR-138)
- Length: 12 miles (19.31 km)
- Speed Limit: 45-70 mph (Source)
- Along the Way: Stockbridge, McDonough, Blacksville
The I-75 South Metro Express Lanes are a vital part of Georgia’s approach to alleviating traffic congestion and improving travel times in the southern Atlanta metropolitan area. These reversible express lanes run along I-75, stretching from McDonough to Stockbridge. Unlike permanent express lanes, these lanes can change direction to accommodate peak traffic flow. (Source)
I-75 Northwest Corridor Express Lanes
- Direction: North-South
- Route: Starts at Akers Mill Road and ends at Hickory Grove Road, and I-75 to Sixes Road
- Length: 29.7 miles (47.79 km)
- Speed Limit: 40-70 mph (Source)
- Along the Way: Marietta, Woodstock, Acworth, Kennesaw
The I-75 Northwest Corridor Express Lanes reduce traffic congestion and improve travel times in northwest Atlanta. These express lanes extend along I-75 and parts of I-575. These lanes are also reversible, operating southbound during the morning rush hour to accommodate the influx of commuters into Atlanta and switching to northbound in the evenings to assist with outbound traffic. (Source)
I-85 Express Lanes Extension
- Direction: Northeast-Southwest
- Route: Starts at Old Peachtree Road and Ends at Hamilton Mill Road
- Length: 10 miles (16.09 km)
- Speed Limit: 55-70 mph
- Along the Way: Suwanee, Ridgewood, Dacula
The I-85 Express Lanes Extension begins at the end of the existing I-85 Express Lanes and provides further travel northeast. Like the original section of I-85 Express Lanes, the extension operates with a dynamic pricing system, where toll rates are adjusted based on real-time traffic conditions. (Source)
FAQs about Toll Roads in Georgia
Georgia toll roads can only be paid using an acceptable toll tag/transponder. Accepted toll road systems include Peach Pass, SunPass, E-Pass and LeeWay, E-ZPass, and QuickPass. Alternatively, you can use an Avis e-Toll service, so you’ll never need to worry about creating a new account or getting a toll tag.
All U.S. states have their own tolling systems, so not all states will accept cash, and varying states may accept different toll tags/transponders. However, Avis makes it easy to tackle Atlanta toll roads and beyond. Our e-Toll service lets you drive through toll booths and use the express lanes where accepted in the U.S.
Toll roads in Georgia use a dynamic pricing system where toll rates rise with demand. The minimum rate for Georgia toll roads is $0.10 per mile or $0.50 per trip during periods of low demand.
*Toll road information provided on this page is current as of June 2024. Toll road information is subject to change without notice.
