Kansas State Toll Guide
Everything you need to know
A Tourist’s Guide to Toll Roads in Kansas
Heading to the Sunflower State? Let Avis be your guide. We’re here to help you be better informed about Kansas toll roads so you’ll know exactly what to expect and how to pay toll roads in Kansas. Our convenient locations across Kansas make it easy to customize your rental to suit your travel plans better.
How Do Tolls Work in Kansas?
In Kansas, tolls are primarily collected on the Kansas Turnpike, a highway running throughout much of the state. The state uses a ticket system where drivers receive a ticket when entering the turnpike and pay the toll when exiting, with the amount based on the distance traveled.
- Toll road systems: K-TAG, BestPass, PikePass, PrePass Plus, EZ TAG, TxTag, TollTag, SunPass
- Accepted payment methods: Toll tag/transponder
- Official resources:
Avis E-Toll Services
Avis provides two fast, simple, and affordable ways to drive over toll roads in Kansas. Our standard e-Toll service is just $6.95/day plus the cost of tolls, perfect for short trips to or through Kansas. Or you can opt for our e-Toll Unlimited service, all-inclusive tolls for a daily or weekly rate. Choose your preferred option when you book your car rental.
Learn MoreMajor Tollways in Kansas
Kansas Turnpike (I-35)
- Direction: Southwest-Northeast
- Route: Kansas City to the Oklahoma Border
- Length: 236 miles (380 km)
- Speed Limit: 75 mph
- Along the Way: Wichita, Topeka, Lawrence, Kansas City
The Kansas Turnpike is a crucial Kansas toll road that stretches across Kansas and facilitates faster and more efficient travel from the Oklahoma border to the Kansas City area. Since the Turnpike passes through major cities like Wichita and Topeka, it is instrumental for both local commuters and long-distance travelers. (Source)
Kansas City Levee Road (US-69 Express)
- Direction: North-South
- Route: 103rd Street to 151st Street
- Speed Limit: 70-75 mph (Source)
- Along the Way: Kansas City, Overland Park
Optional express lanes are projected to be open to drivers by the end of 2025 and are expected to reduce traffic congestion and improve safety on US-69. Rates will be variable based on the distance traveled and whether or not you’re traveling during peak travel times. Tolls will be collected using accepted tags/transponders, or drivers can pay their tolls after receiving an invoice in the mail. (Source)
FAQs about Toll Roads in Kansas
Kansas toll roads like the Kansas Turnpike have rates based on the distance traveled. For the Kansas City Turnpike, rates are as low as $0.30 and as high as $11.35 (full Turnpike traveled). (Source)
Toll roads in Kansas can be paid via K-TAG, BestPass, PikePass, PrePass Plus, EZ TAG, TxTag, TollTag, or SunPass. Fortunately, Avis makes it easy to traverse Kansas toll roads with affordable e-toll services. (Source)
No, Kansas toll roads do not have a cash payment option. If you’re driving on a tolled road in Kansas in an Avis rental car, the toll charges will be assessed to you through Avis e-toll services. (Source)
*Toll road information provided on this page is current as of June 2024. Toll road information is subject to change without notice.
