New Jersey State Toll Guide
Everything you need to know
A Tourist’s Guide to Toll Roads in New Jersey
Visiting the Garden State is an exciting adventure, with 130 miles of picturesque shorelines, historic sites, and exciting attractions. In addition to our convenient New Jersey locations, Avis is here to help with essential information about New Jersey Turnpike tolls and other toll roads you may encounter, helping you be more prepared for the road ahead.
How Do Tolls Work in New Jersey?
New Jersey tolls are collected on major highways like the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, and Atlantic City Expressway. Electronic collection systems are the most common, allowing drivers to pass through toll booths without stopping. Drivers without E-ZPass or Avis e-Toll services can pay for tolls using cash on the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway.
- Toll road systems: E-ZPass
- Accepted payment methods: Toll-by-Plate, toll tag/transponder, cash*
*Cash payments are only accepted on the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. (Source)
- Official resources:
- New Jersey Turnpike Authority Official Site
- South Jersey Transportation Authority Official Site (Atlantic City Expressway)
- Atlantic City Expressway Map and Tolls Overview
- New Jersey Turnpike Authority Toll Calculator (New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway)
- New Jersey toll maps
Avis E-Toll Services
Worried about New Jersey Turnpike tolls or other toll roads in the Garden State? No need to fret! Avis e-Toll service gives you access to the state’s electronic tolling system for seamless, stop-free travel.
- Our standard e-Toll service is just $6.95 daily plus toll costs, perfect for short trips that keep you mainly on local roads.
- Our e-Toll Unlimited service is for anyone who wants limitless toll road access for a flat, all-inclusive daily rate, capped at a weekly maximum.
Major Tollways in New Jersey
New Jersey Turnpike (I-295, I-90, and I-78)
- Direction: North-South (except for the Newark Bay Extension)
- Route: I-295 near the Delaware Memorial Bridge to the northeastern portion of the state near New York City and the George Washington Bridge
- Length: 148 miles (238.18 km)
- Speed Limit: 50-65 mph
- Along the Way: Trenton, Philadelphia, and New York City
The New Jersey Turnpike toll road is one of the most heavily trafficked toll roads in the US. It is a critical highway for travelers and commuters, connecting key urban centers and providing more accessible travel between states. (Source)
Garden State Parkway (Route 444)
- Direction: North-South
- Route: Begins near Cape May and ends at Montvale near the NY state line
- Length: 173 miles (278.41 km)
- Speed Limit: 55-65 mph
- Along the Way: Cape May, Atlantic City, Asbury Park, and Newark
The Garden State Parkway runs through much of the state, offering a crucial transportation route in New Jersey that connects several coastal towns and suburban communities. This toll road also features scenic vistas, especially near shorelines. Additionally, several service areas along the route have rest facilities, gas stations, and dining options. (Source)
Atlantic City Expressway (Route 446)
- Direction: East-West
- Route: Turnersville to Atlantic City
- Length: 44 miles (70.81 km)
- Speed Limit: 65 mph
- Along the Way: Camden, Hammonton, Winslow Township, Atlantic City
The Atlantic City ExpressWAY (Route 446) directly connects Philadelphia and Camden to Atlantic City, providing a faster travel option for residents, business travelers, and vacationers heading to one of the East Coast’s top destinations. Unlike other New Jersey toll roads, the Atlantic City ExpressWAY has no cash booths along the route. (Source)
FAQs about Toll Roads in New Jersey
No, you do not need cash to pay the New Jersey Turnpike toll. When driving an Avis rental car, you will be automatically charged for Avis e-Toll service if you go through an E-ZPass lane. However, you can go through a cash lane to pay the toll.
No, you cannot pay for New Jersey tolls using a credit or debit card unless you are paying with pay-by-plate online. Fortunately, you can use the Avis e-Toll service to pay for any tolls within the state for a hassle-free journey.
You can avoid paying New Jersey tolls by avoiding the New Jersey Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, and Atlantic City Expressway. However, using alternative routes may add to your travel time. If using a GPS device or app, you can usually change the settings to avoid toll roads when planning your route.
If you’re driving a personal vehicle, you can use the state’s pay-by-plate service to pay online. However, you cannot pay New Jersey tolls online when driving an Avis rental car. Driving through the E-ZPass lane in an Avis rental car automatically enrolls you in the Avis e-Toll service. This service is the only option on the Atlantic City Expressway, which is a cashless toll road.
*Toll road information provided on this page is current as of June 2024. Toll road information is subject to change without notice.
