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{{DISPLAYTITLE: Missouri Toll Roads Complete Guide: No Tolls, Free Travel 2025}}
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{{#seo:|title=Missouri Toll Roads Complete Guide: No Tolls, Free Travel 2025}}
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{{#seo:|description=Complete 2025 guide to Missouri toll roads. Good news: Missouri is completely toll-free! Lake of Ozarks Bridge became free in 2024. Plan your trip now.}}
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<h1 style="font-size: 32px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 10px 0; border-bottom: 3px solid #a2a9b1; padding-bottom: 5px; padding-top: 0">Missouri Toll Roads Complete Guide</h1>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> No toll roads or bridges (completely toll-free state)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> All Missouri highways, bridges, and roads are free<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> US Dollar (USD) - No tolls to pay<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> No electronic toll collection systems<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Status:</strong> Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge became toll-free April 30, 2024
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need to pay any tolls in Missouri - the state is completely toll-free as of 2025. Missouri is one of only 12 US states with no toll roads, bridges, or tunnels anywhere in the state.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Great News:</strong> The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge, Missouri's only toll facility, became completely free on April 30, 2024, after paying off its $43 million construction debt two years ahead of schedule.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2025 Update:</strong> Missouri law prohibits toll roads after voters rejected tolling in 1970 and 1992. All interstates, highways, bridges, and roads throughout Missouri remain free for all vehicles.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Missouri offers completely free travel on all highways, interstates, bridges, and roads throughout the state. Your only travel costs are fuel and parking.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 20px 0 10px 0;">Travel Costs by Route Type (2025)</h3>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Toll Cost</th>
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<th style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; text-align: left; font-weight: bold; color: #ffffff !important; background: #555555 !important;">Typical Routes</th>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-70 (East-West)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">St. Louis to Kansas City</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-44 (Southwest)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">St. Louis to Springfield to Oklahoma</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">I-35 (North-South)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Iowa to Kansas City to Arkansas</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">I-55 (Southeast)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">St. Louis to Memphis</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Lake of Ozarks Bridge</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Cross-lake connection</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Free since April 30, 2024</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">All Other Roads</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">State highways, US routes, county roads</td>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Interstate Network:</strong> I-70, I-44, I-35, I-55, I-64, I-49, I-29 - All completely free</p>
  
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Major Bridges:</strong> All Missouri River, Mississippi River, and Lake of Ozarks crossings - No tolls</p>
  
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== Missouri toll bridges ==
 
  
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The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge<ref>[http://lakeoftheozarkscommunitybridge.com/map.htm Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge]</ref> is the only toll bridge in Missouri. The bridge is build across the Lake of the Ozarks and links the East Side (St. Louis Side) to the West Side (Kansas City Side).
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Traveling on Missouri roads is simple - just drive! No toll tags, cash, or electronic payments required anywhere in the state.</p>
  
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=== Toll Rates for Lake of Ozarks Bridge ===
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<li>No toll tags needed (E-ZPass, K-TAG, etc.)</li>
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<li>No cash required at any location</li>
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<li>No electronic payment systems</li>
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<li>No video tolling or license plate billing</li>
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Following are the In-season and Out-of-season toll rates for Lake of the Ozarks Bridge for different vehicle types. 
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">2. What You'll Need:</strong></p>
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<li>Valid driver's license</li>
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<li>Vehicle registration and insurance</li>
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<li>Fuel money (average $0.12-0.15 per mile)</li>
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<html><figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"><table><thead><tr><th>Vehicle type</th><th>(In Season May 1 to Sept. 30)</th><th>Out of Season Oct. 1-April 30</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>2-axles</td><td>$3.00</td><td>$2.00</td></tr><tr><td>3-axle passenger vehicle</td><td>$4.25</td><td>$2.75</td></tr><tr><td>2-axle or 3-axle truck or bus</td><td>$5.00</td><td>$3.50</td></tr><tr><td>4-axle truck</td><td>$6.50</td><td>$4.50</td></tr><tr><td>5-axle truck</td><td>$8.00</td><td>$5.50</td></tr><tr><td>Truck with 6 or more axles</td><td>$9.50</td><td>$6.50</td></tr></tbody></table></figure></html>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">3. Border Crossing Considerations:</strong></p>
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<li>Oklahoma: Has toll roads (PikePass system)</li>
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<li>Kansas: Has toll roads (K-TAG system)</li>
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<li>Illinois: Has toll roads (I-Pass system)</li>
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<li>Other neighboring states: Iowa, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Nebraska (mostly toll-free)</li>
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'''Missouri toll calculator''' can also help you calculate tolls and gas expenses for cars, trucks, trailers, buses, RVs, and motorcycles for the Lake of Ozarks Bridge and toll roads and bridges in nearby Illinois, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas.
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;">To calculate travel costs (fuel only) for Missouri trips, use TollGuru Missouri calculator</p>
  
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Toll rates on this page might not be updated recently. Please refer to our toll &amp; trip calculators and the Toll API for the latest toll rates. Please send us feedback if toll rates are not accurate. We will update the information immediately.
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== How to pay toll in Missouri ==
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge Becomes Free:</strong></p>
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<li>April 30, 2024: Final toll collected, bridge becomes completely free</li>
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<li>$43 million construction debt paid off two years ahead of schedule</li>
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<li>Ownership transferred to Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)</li>
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<li>Toll booth removal began February 2025, completed by May 2025</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Missouri Infrastructure Updates:</strong></p>
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<li>Continued road improvements funded by fuel taxes and federal grants</li>
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<li>No plans to introduce toll roads - prohibited by state law</li>
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<li>Bridge maintenance continues statewide with no tolls</li>
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<li>Missouri voters rejected toll roads in 1970 and 1992</li>
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<li>State law prohibits construction of new toll roads</li>
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<li>Missouri remains committed to toll-free travel</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 10px 0;"><strong style="font-weight: bold;">Travel Cost Advantages:</strong></p>
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<li>No toll expenses - save $20-50 per day compared to toll states</li>
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<li>No need to research toll payment methods</li>
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<li>No risk of toll violations or surprise bills</li>
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<li>Simple budgeting - just fuel and parking costs</li>
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<li>I-70: Free cross-state travel from Illinois to Kansas</li>
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<li>I-44: Free route from St. Louis to Oklahoma border</li>
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<li>Lake of Ozarks: Free bridge crossing saves 30-45 minutes</li>
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<li>All bridges: Missouri River and Mississippi River crossings free</li>
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<li>Oklahoma: Prepare for PikePass tolls on I-44 and other turnpikes</li>
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<li>Kansas: Prepare for K-TAG tolls on Kansas Turnpike</li>
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<li>Illinois: Prepare for I-Pass tolls on Chicago area routes</li>
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<li>Consider temporary toll tags if continuing into toll states</li>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, there are no tolls anywhere in Missouri as of 2025. The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge, the state's only toll facility, became free on April 30, 2024.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Very unlikely. Missouri voters rejected toll roads in 1970 and 1992, and state law prohibits their construction. The state remains committed to toll-free travel.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">No, you don't need any toll tags for Missouri. However, if you're traveling to neighboring states like Kansas, Oklahoma, or Illinois, you may want to consider their toll payment systems.</p>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">Compared to toll states, you can save $20-50 per day in toll costs. A cross-state trip that might cost $25-40 in tolls in other states costs $0 in Missouri.</p>
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<h3 style="font-size: 20px; font-weight: bold; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; margin: 15px 0 8px 0;">What happened to the Lake of Ozarks toll bridge?</h3>
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<p style="font-size: 16px; color: #202122; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 8px 0;">The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge paid off its construction debt and became toll-free on April 30, 2024. The bridge is now owned and maintained by the state with no tolls.</p>
  
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At Lake of Ozarks Bridge, you can pay toll using cash only. Credit or debit cards are not accepted at the booth or over the phone for toll payments. The bridge does not have tag transponder toll payment option either. However in nearby Illinois, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas you will need a tag to pay toll.
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== How to pay missed toll in Missouri ==
 
  
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There is only one toll bridge in Missouri, the Lake of Ozarks bridge which has a gated toll booth that only accepts cash; no credit card or tag transponder is accepted. So you must pay toll on the spot to access the bridge and therefore no toll violation or missed toll issue arises in Missouri.<br/><br/>For further information, you may contact the customer care service of Lake of the Ozarks at 573-374-9341. <br/><br/>Please check out [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki  TollGuru state webpages] to learn about toll payment methods. As you cannot pay tolls by cash or coins on all toll roads in the USA, it is recommended to buy a relevant Tag. Browse the list of [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki statewise toll tags for each state].
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[kansas-turnpike-toll-roads-bridges-k-tag|Kansas]]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.04-0.08/mile</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">PikePass + Cash</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.03-0.06/mile</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">No tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">All roads free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">No tolls</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">All roads free</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">[[kentucky-toll-bridge-riverlink|Kentucky]]</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">RiverLink bridges</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$2.00-8.81/crossing</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.75/crossing</td>
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<li>[[oklahoma-turnpike-toll-roads|Oklahoma Turnpike]] - PikePass system and toll roads</li>
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<li>[[illinois-tollway-bridges-toll-roads|Illinois Tollway]] - I-Pass system and Chicago area tolls</li>
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<li>[[kentucky-toll-bridge-riverlink|Kentucky RiverLink]] - Louisville area toll bridges</li>
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<li>[[iowa-toll-roads|Iowa Toll Roads]] - Iowa toll-free status information</li>
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<li>[[arkansas-toll-road|Arkansas Toll Roads]] - Arkansas toll-free status information</li>
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<li>[[tennessee-toll-roads|Tennessee Toll Roads]] - Tennessee toll-free status information</li>
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Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge Corporation<ref>[http://lakeoftheozarkscommunitybridge.com/ Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge Corporation]</ref> manages tolls for Lake of Ozarks Bridge in Missouri. Please get in touch with the agency for any questions on your toll bill or payments.
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<li>[[us-toll|US Toll Roads]] - Complete guide to tolls in all 50 states</li>
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<li>[[toll-tags-states-usa|US Toll Tags]] - State-by-state toll tag information</li>
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<li>[[us-toll-faq|US Toll FAQs]] - Frequently asked questions about US tolls</li>
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<li>[[toll-tag-texas|TollTag]] - Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma (NTTA)</li>
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Missouri Toll Roads Complete Guide

System: No toll roads or bridges (completely toll-free state)
Coverage: All Missouri highways, bridges, and roads are free
Currency: US Dollar (USD) - No tolls to pay
Technology: No electronic toll collection systems
Status: Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge became toll-free April 30, 2024

Do I Need to Pay Tolls in Missouri? 2025 Update

No, you don't need to pay any tolls in Missouri - the state is completely toll-free as of 2025. Missouri is one of only 12 US states with no toll roads, bridges, or tunnels anywhere in the state.

Great News: The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge, Missouri's only toll facility, became completely free on April 30, 2024, after paying off its $43 million construction debt two years ahead of schedule.

2025 Update: Missouri law prohibits toll roads after voters rejected tolling in 1970 and 1992. All interstates, highways, bridges, and roads throughout Missouri remain free for all vehicles.

Missouri Travel Costs: Completely Free Roads

Missouri offers completely free travel on all highways, interstates, bridges, and roads throughout the state. Your only travel costs are fuel and parking.

Travel Costs by Route Type (2025)

Route Type Toll Cost Typical Routes Status
I-70 (East-West) $0.00 St. Louis to Kansas City Free
I-44 (Southwest) $0.00 St. Louis to Springfield to Oklahoma Free
I-35 (North-South) $0.00 Iowa to Kansas City to Arkansas Free
I-55 (Southeast) $0.00 St. Louis to Memphis Free
Lake of Ozarks Bridge $0.00 Cross-lake connection Free since April 30, 2024
All Other Roads $0.00 State highways, US routes, county roads Free

Major Missouri Travel Routes (All Free)

Interstate Network: I-70, I-44, I-35, I-55, I-64, I-49, I-29 - All completely free

Major Bridges: All Missouri River, Mississippi River, and Lake of Ozarks crossings - No tolls

How to Travel Missouri Roads

Traveling on Missouri roads is simple - just drive! No toll tags, cash, or electronic payments required anywhere in the state.

1. No Payment Required:

  • No toll tags needed (E-ZPass, K-TAG, etc.)
  • No cash required at any location
  • No electronic payment systems
  • No video tolling or license plate billing

2. What You'll Need:

  • Valid driver's license
  • Vehicle registration and insurance
  • Fuel money (average $0.12-0.15 per mile)
  • Parking fees in some city centers

3. Border Crossing Considerations:

  • Oklahoma: Has toll roads (PikePass system)
  • Kansas: Has toll roads (K-TAG system)
  • Illinois: Has toll roads (I-Pass system)
  • Other neighboring states: Iowa, Arkansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Nebraska (mostly toll-free)

To calculate travel costs (fuel only) for Missouri trips, use TollGuru Missouri calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge Becomes Free:

  • April 30, 2024: Final toll collected, bridge becomes completely free
  • $43 million construction debt paid off two years ahead of schedule
  • Ownership transferred to Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT)
  • Toll booth removal began February 2025, completed by May 2025

Missouri Infrastructure Updates:

  • Continued road improvements funded by fuel taxes and federal grants
  • No plans to introduce toll roads - prohibited by state law
  • Bridge maintenance continues statewide with no tolls

Legal Status:

  • Missouri voters rejected toll roads in 1970 and 1992
  • State law prohibits construction of new toll roads
  • Missouri remains committed to toll-free travel

Planning Your Missouri Journey

Travel Cost Advantages:

  • No toll expenses - save $20-50 per day compared to toll states
  • No need to research toll payment methods
  • No risk of toll violations or surprise bills
  • Simple budgeting - just fuel and parking costs

Major Route Benefits:

  • I-70: Free cross-state travel from Illinois to Kansas
  • I-44: Free route from St. Louis to Oklahoma border
  • Lake of Ozarks: Free bridge crossing saves 30-45 minutes
  • All bridges: Missouri River and Mississippi River crossings free

Border Crossing Preparation:

  • Oklahoma: Prepare for PikePass tolls on I-44 and other turnpikes
  • Kansas: Prepare for K-TAG tolls on Kansas Turnpike
  • Illinois: Prepare for I-Pass tolls on Chicago area routes
  • Consider temporary toll tags if continuing into toll states

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any tolls in Missouri?

No, there are no tolls anywhere in Missouri as of 2025. The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge, the state's only toll facility, became free on April 30, 2024.

Will Missouri ever have toll roads?

Very unlikely. Missouri voters rejected toll roads in 1970 and 1992, and state law prohibits their construction. The state remains committed to toll-free travel.

Do I need a toll tag to drive through Missouri?

No, you don't need any toll tags for Missouri. However, if you're traveling to neighboring states like Kansas, Oklahoma, or Illinois, you may want to consider their toll payment systems.

How much can I save by driving through Missouri?

Compared to toll states, you can save $20-50 per day in toll costs. A cross-state trip that might cost $25-40 in tolls in other states costs $0 in Missouri.

What happened to the Lake of Ozarks toll bridge?

The Lake of Ozarks Community Bridge paid off its construction debt and became toll-free on April 30, 2024. The bridge is now owned and maintained by the state with no tolls.

Missouri vs. Neighboring States

State System Type Typical Cost Coverage
Missouri No tolls $0.00 All roads free
Kansas K-TAG + Cash $0.04-0.08/mile Kansas Turnpike
Oklahoma PikePass + Cash $0.03-0.06/mile Extensive turnpike system
Illinois I-Pass + E-ZPass $0.05-0.15/mile Chicago area tollways
Iowa No tolls $0.00 All roads free
Arkansas No tolls $0.00 All roads free
Tennessee No tolls $0.00 All roads free
Kentucky RiverLink bridges $2.00-8.81/crossing Louisville area bridges
Nebraska One toll bridge $0.75/crossing Plattsmouth Bridge only

Useful Links & Resources

Missouri Transportation Information:

  • Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT): (888) 275-6636
  • Missouri road conditions: modot.org/traveler-information
  • Missouri highway map and travel planning
  • Lake of Ozarks bridge information: 573-374-9341

Neighboring State Toll Information:

General US Toll Information:

Major US Toll Tag Systems:

  • E-ZPass - 18-state network covering East Coast
  • SunPass - Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina
  • FasTrak - California toll roads and bridges
  • TxTag - Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma
  • PikePass - Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas
  • K-Tag - Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas
  • TollTag - Texas, Kansas, and Oklahoma (NTTA)
  • EZ TAG - Houston area, Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma
  • RiverLink - Kentucky-Indiana bridge crossings

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