Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA) Toll Rates

The Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RMTA) is a regional, political subdivision which owns and operates toll facilities in central Virginia. The RMTA was created in 1966 by an act of the Virginia General Assembly.

Powhite Parkway Toll Rates

Powhite James River

Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$1.00

$0.90

$2.00

Three Axle

$1.10

$2.20

Four Axle

$1.20

$2.40

Five Axle

$1.30

$2.60

Douglasdale Road

Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$0.50

$0.45

$1.00

Three Axle

$1.00

$2.00

Four Axle

$1.10

$2.20

Five Axle

$1.20

$2.40

Boulevard Bridge Toll Rates

Boulevard Bridge

Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$0.50

$0.45

$1.00

The following height and weight restrictions apply on the Boulevard Bridge at all times: 11’6” height and 7,500 pounds

Downtown Expressway Toll Rates

Downtown Expressway Mainline

Cash + Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$1.00

$0.90

$2.00

Three Axle

$1.10

$2.20

Four Axle

$1.20

$2.40

Five Axle

$1.30

$2.60

Second Street

Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$0.50

$0.45

$1.00

Three Axle

$1.00

$2.00

Four Axle

$1.10

$2.20

Five Axle

$1.20

$2.40

Eleventh Street

Out-of-State
E-ZPass

Virginia E-ZPass

Pay-By-Plate

Two Axle

$0.50

$0.45

$1.00

Three Axle

$1.00

$2.00

Four Axle

$1.10

$2.20

Five Axle

$1.20

$2.40

Cash is still an option on the Downtown Expressway mainline from 6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Outside of those hours, E-ZPass or Pay-By-Plate will apply.
The Downtown Expressway is expected to transition completely to no cash in 2027.

** This discounted rate is only available if customer's transponder is properly mounted and has sufficient funds.

The RMTA receives no federal or state tax dollars.

Revenues from the adjusted tolls will go toward future maintenance and capital improvement projects to better serve RMTA’s customers. Since 2008, operating and maintenance expenses have increased by 23.3 percent as a result of rising prices of materials such as concrete, asphalt and steel.

It is estimated that continued maintenance and capital improvements to the Expressway System for the next 6 years will reach

$96.3 million.

The RMTA has remained committed to continually investing in the Expressway System to meet your evolving needs.

Additional revenue will enable RMTA to continue improving your commuting experience with:

Upgraded infrastructure to offer safe travel including strengthened bridges and smooth roads

Advanced Technology to implement enhanced E-ZPass efficiency

Improved signage, lighting and surveillance systems for overall safety

Driving the RMTA Expressway System is a choice. Therefore, we strive to be a safer and faster form of travel around the Richmond metropolitan community than the alternatives.