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How to Drive on Toll Roads in Massachusetts

A trip to the Bay State is an exciting adventure full of world-class attractions, scenic coastlines, and picturesque landscapes. Budget is here to help you better prepare for your upcoming journey with convenient rental locations in MA and this helpful guide on Massachusetts toll roads. We’ll help you better understand where the toll roads are, Massachusetts Turnpike toll charges, and more.

 

Budget E-Toll Services

With Budget e-Toll services, you’ll never need to worry about setting up or managing an E-ZPass account. We provide two convenient service options for Massachusetts tolls (and they work in other states too, just in case you’re touring all of New England). 

Our standard service is just $6.95 per day plus the cost of tolls, perfect for short excursions and localized sightseeing. 

For lengthier trips or daily commutes on tolled roads, you might prefer our e-Toll Unlimited service. You pay a service fee; Budget covers every toll. It’s that easy. 

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How Tolls Work in Massachusetts

Massachusetts tolls are collected electronically to maintain and improve the state’s transportation infrastructure. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) manages the toll system, which includes major highways like the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90), the Tobin Memorial Bridge, and the tunnels under Boston Harbor. 

Massachusetts toll roads enhance traffic flow and reduce congestion. Since the state’s tolling system is 100% electronic, only E-ZPass (or Budget e-Toll services) and Pay By Plate are acceptable payment methods. 

 

Must-Know Tollways in Massachusetts

Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90)

  • Length: 138.1 miles (222.3 km)

  • Speed Limit: 40-65 mph (Source)

  • Major City/Cities Served: Boston, Worcester, Springfield

The Massachusetts Turnpike, commonly called the Mass Pike, is a critical component of the state’s transportation network. This major highway stretches from the New York state line in West Stockbridge to Boston, effectively serving as the primary east-west thoroughfare across Massachusetts. The Mass Pike is heavily utilized for local and long-distance travel and provides crucial connections to other major highways. (Source)

Callahan & Sumner Tunnels (SH 1A)

  • Length: 1.079 mi (1.736 km)

  • Speed Limit: 40 mph

  • Major City/Cities Served: Boston

The Callahan Tunnel and Sumner Tunnel are two crucial Boston toll roads that connect the city’s downtown area with East Boston and Logan International Airport across Boston Harbor. These tunnels are part of State Highway 1A (SH 1A) and play a vital role in facilitating traffic in and out of one of the busiest areas in the city. The two tunnels are side by side, with the Callahan Tunnel carrying the northbound traffic and the Sumner Tunnel carrying the southbound traffic. (Source 1) (Source 2)

Ted Williams Tunnel (I-90)

  • Length: 1.6 miles (2.6 km)

  • Speed Limit: 45 mph

  • Major City/Cities Served: Boston

The Ted Williams Tunnel is integral to Boston’s transportation network, providing more direct access to the South Boston waterfront, downtown Boston, and Logan International Airport. The tunnel connects to the Massachusetts Turnpike on I-90, serving as the final stretch of the Turnpike, and offers a faster ride to travelers, commuters, and commercial vehicles. (Source)

Tobin Memorial Bridge (US 1)

  • Length: 1.98 miles (3.2 km)

  • Speed Limit: 30 mph

  • Major City/Cities Served: Boston

The Tobin Memorial Bridge spans the Mystic River and connects Chelsea to the Charlestown neighborhood in Boston. First opened in 1950, the bridge also carries Route 1 traffic over and facilitates direct access to major highways for local commuters. Like other Massachusetts tolls, there are no tolling booths, and drivers must pay for tolls using E-ZPass (or Budget e-Toll) or Pay By Plate. (Source)

*Toll rates, road distances, and speed limits subject to change.

FAQs about Toll Roads in Massachusetts

You can use your E-ZPass account, toll tag/transponder, or one of our Budget e-Toll services. Drivers cannot use Pay By Plate in a Budget rental car. If you travel on the Massachusetts Turnpike or any Boston toll roads without an E-ZPass tag, you’ll automatically be enrolled in our e-Toll services.

 

Yes, I-90 is a Massachusetts toll road called the Massachusetts Turnpike. If you travel on I-90 while in the Bay State, you must pay toll fees, which vary depending on how far you travel on the Turnpike. If you wish to avoid Massachusetts tolls, you’ll need a route that doesn’t include I-90. 

No, there are no active toll booths on Mass Pike. The Bay State uses a 100% electronic tolling system, so there’s no way to stop at toll booths for cash or card options. All Massachusetts tolls must be paid using E-ZPass (or Budget e-Toll) or Pay By Plate services. 

Boston toll roads include the Tobin Memorial Bridge, Ted Williams Tunnel (at the end of the Massachusetts Turnpike), and Callahan and Sumner Tunnels. If you wish to avoid toll roads while traveling through Boston, you’ll need to avoid the Turnpike and those bridges and tunnels.

*Toll road information provided on this page is current as of June 2024. Toll road information is subject to change without notice.