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What happens if you cross the Golden Gate Bridge without FasTrak?
The Golden Gate Bridge uses an invoice system to charge tolls to drivers who were not paying with FasTrak, a License Plate Account, or a One-Time Payment. The best way to avoid violations is to sign up for a FasTrak account. FasTrak users also receive discounts on Golden Gate Bridge tolls.
What happens if you dont pay FasTrak one-time?
If the invoice is not paid by its due date, you will receive a violation notice. The following is a schedule of toll evasion penalties: First notice issued: toll plus $25 penalty. Second (delinquent) notice issued: toll plus $70 ($25 penalty plus $45 late fee).
Does Golden Gate Bridge toll take cash?
All Golden Gate Bridge tolls are collected electronically and cash is no longer collected at the Bridge toll booths. Motorists can still use cash to pay their Bridge toll. Note: Cash payments cannot be processed online or over the phone and paying in person is required regardless of the payment option.
Do you have to pay to go across the Golden Gate Bridge?
All the time. All Electronic Tolling makes it easy to cross the Golden Gate Bridge — no stopping, no fumbling for change. Cash tolls are no longer collected at the Bridge. Payment may be made using a credit card, cash, check or money order, and can be paid online, by phone, or in person at a cash payment location.
Do you have to pay to drive over the Golden Gate Bridge?
Only motorized vehicles pay tolls on the Golden Gate Bridge. Pedestrians and bikes cross for free, but (logically) must use the sidewalks.
How do I pay a toll on the Golden Gate Bridge?
Another pay-as-you-go option is a one-time payment. You have 48 hours to pay a toll after crossing the bridge. Payments can be made online, over the phone or in person by contacting the Customer Service Center. Short-term one-time payment accounts also receive a discount.
Can I use FasTrak to pay for the Golden Gate Bridge?
Yes, especially if you use other Bay Area toll bridges or express lanes. Plus, you pay a discounted toll on the Golden Gate Bridge. Please note: Opening a FasTrak Account requires an initial prepaid toll balance and the use of a toll tag. For more information about FasTrak, visit the Bay Area FasTrak website .
How do I make a one-time payment for my toll?
FasTrak identifies your vehicle by its license plate number to link your payment. If you do not have a license plate yet, you can still make a one-time payment for your tolls. After your toll crossing you have 48 hours to pay, or we will send an invoice for the toll amount to the registered owner of the vehicle.
How to pay for tolls in San Francisco?
Ways to Pay 1 Toll Tag. A FasTrak toll tag saves $1 on each toll crossing. 2 License Plate Account. If you travel over Bay Area bridges regularly and do not want a toll tag, consider opening a License Plate Account. 3 One-Time Payment. Another pay-as-you-go option is a one-time payment. 4 Toll Invoice.