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== Alabama toll bridges ==
 
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Tolls in Alabama applies on four toll bridges as listed below:
 
  
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<strong>The Montgomery Expressway bridge</strong><ref>[http://www.montgomeryexpressway.com/Default.aspx The Montgomery Expressway bridge]</ref> also known as Alabama River Parkway Bridge spans the Alabama River on the north side of Montgomery, making for easy access to Millbrook and Prattville. It costs $1.50 to travel in one direction if you use Alabama Freedom Pass.
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<strong>The Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass</strong><ref>[http://www.tuscaloosabypass.com/ The Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass]</ref> or the Warrior Loop is four-lane, 18-mile bypass of the city of Tuscaloosa. Its route begins at Interstates 20/59 in Cottondale and terminate at U.S. Highway 82 just to the west of Northport. It costs $1.50 to travel in one direction if you use Alabama Freedom Pass.
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">System:</strong> 4 toll bridges with Freedom Pass electronic payment + cash/credit<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Coverage:</strong> Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Wetumpka, Gulf Shores areas<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Currency:</strong> US Dollar (USD)<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Technology:</strong> Freedom Pass RFID transponders, cash booths, credit cards<br>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Operator:</strong> American Roads LLC
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<strong>The Emerald Mountain Expressway</strong><ref>[http://www.emeraldmountainexpressway.com/ The Emerald Mountain Expressway]</ref> crosses on the Tallapoosa River is located between Montgomery and Elmore counties. The bridge connects the City of Montgomery and Montgomery County to Elmore County by way of Wares Ferry Road, County Road 74, and County Road 4 (Rifle Range Road). It costs $1.75 to travel in one direction if you use Alabama Freedom Pass.
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<strong>Foley Beach Express</strong><ref>[http://www.beachexpress.com/ Foley Beach Express]</ref> is 14.0-mile-long partial toll road near the beaches of Baldwin County near the Gulf of Mexico. It is an alternate route for the SR 59 in nearby Gulf Shores. It costs $2.75 to travel in one direction if you use Alabama Freedom Pass.
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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 a Freedom Pass to use Alabama toll roads - you can pay with cash or credit cards at all four toll bridges. However, the Freedom Pass offers convenience and potential savings for frequent users.</p>
  
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Use <strong>Alabama Toll Calculator</strong> to calculate tolls and gas costs for all the four toll bridges in Alabama.  
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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;">Key Reality:</strong> Alabama operates only 4 toll bridges, making it one of the smallest toll networks in the US. Unlike many states, Alabama has no video tolling system - all payments are manual at toll booths.</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;">Alabama toll costs are among the most affordable in the US, ranging from $1.50 to $3.00 for passenger vehicles.</p>
  
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Trucks pay tolls on Montgomery Expressway bridge, Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass, Emerald Mountain Expressway, and Foley Beach Express based on number of axles. Calculate truck tolls to cross these toll bridges in Alabama using '''Truck Toll Calculator'''.
 
  
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Montgomery Expressway</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50-$4.50 (by axle)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">Freedom Pass, Credit, Cash</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$2.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$2.00-$6.00 (by axle)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$2.50-$7.50 (by axle)</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$3.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #ffffff;">$3.00-$9.00 (by axle)</td>
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== How to pay toll on Alabama bridges ==
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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;">Montgomery Area:</strong> 2 toll bridges serving the state capital</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;">Gulf Coast:</strong> 1 toll bridge connecting to beaches</p>
  
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The four toll bridges of [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/pay-toll-alabama-bridges Alabama accepts various payment methods to pay tolls]. You can use [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/freedom-pass-alabama Freedom pass], cash and even your mobile device to pay tolls in Alabama.
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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;">You can use the following methods to pay tolls on Alabama bridges:</p>
  
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== How to pay missed toll in Alabama ==
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<li>RFID transponder system for all 4 toll bridges</li>
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<li>Prepaid account with automatic debiting</li>
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<li>Online account management at freedompass.americanroads.com</li>
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<li>Low balance email notifications</li>
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Email invoices are sent to the vehicle owner for all the missed tolls in Alabama. You can [https://tollguru.com/toll-wiki/pay-missed-toll-alabama pay missed toll in Alabama] by following the instruction on the invoice or by logging into the toll bridge's account.
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<li>Available at all toll bridges</li>
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<li>Exact change recommended</li>
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<li>Toll booths open 24/7</li>
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== What is Alabama Freedom Pass ==
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<li>Accepted at Montgomery Expressway</li>
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<li>Major credit cards accepted</li>
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<li>Available at Foley Beach Express only</li>
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<li>Invoice mailed to vehicle owner</li>
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Alabama Freedom Pass is a toll tag to pay tolls for crossing the Alabama toll bridges electronically. It is a prepaid toll system (like a debit card for tolls) that is accepted at all four of the Alabama toll roads.
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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 toll costs for cars, trucks, and all vehicle types across Alabama toll bridges, use TollGuru Alabama toll calculator</p>
  
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<li>All four toll bridges operational with consistent rates</li>
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<li>No major toll increases implemented in 2024-2025</li>
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<li>Freedom Pass system continues reliable operation</li>
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<li>Online account management remains available</li>
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<li>Mobile device payment options at Montgomery Expressway</li>
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<li>[[freedom-pass-alabama|Alabama Freedom Pass]] compatible</li>
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<li>Connects Montgomery with northern communities across Alabama River</li>
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<li>Alternative to congested I-65 corridor</li>
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<li>4-lane highway with 65 mph speed limit</li>
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<li>Bypasses Tuscaloosa to the east</li>
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<li>Connects US Highway 82 with I-20 and I-59</li>
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<li>4-lane highway with 70 mph speed limit</li>
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<li>Avoids downtown Tuscaloosa congestion</li>
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<li>Connects Wetumpka with Montgomery</li>
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<li>Crosses the Coosa River</li>
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<li>Alternative to Highway 231</li>
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<li>Connects Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with I-10</li>
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<li>One-direction tolling only (Gulf Shores to Orange Beach)</li>
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<li>I-65, I-20, I-59, I-10 - all toll-free</li>
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<li>Most Alabama highways toll-free</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;">Yes, Alabama has extensive toll-free alternatives. All interstate highways (I-65, I-20, I-59, I-10) are toll-free, and alternative routes exist for all toll bridges.</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;">[[pay-missed-toll-alabama|Missed toll payments]] result in invoices mailed to the vehicle owner with additional administrative fees. Unpaid tolls may result in vehicle registration suspension.</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, Alabama does not accept E-ZPass. You must use the Alabama Freedom Pass system, cash, or credit cards (where accepted).</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;">Motorcycles pay the same toll as 2-axle vehicles. No special discounts are available for motorcycles.</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;">How do I [[pay-toll-alabama-bridges|pay tolls on Alabama bridges]]?</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;">Use Freedom Pass for electronic payment, cash at all bridges, credit cards at Montgomery Expressway, or toll-by-plate at Beach Express only.</p>
  
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<ul><li>Montgomery Expressway<ref>[http://www.montgomeryexpressway.com/Contact.aspx Montgomery Expressway]</ref></li><li>Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass<ref>[http://www.tuscaloosabypass.com/Contact.aspx Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass]</ref></li><li>Emerald Mountain Expressway<ref>[http://www.emeraldmountainexpressway.com/Contact.aspx Emerald Mountain Expressway]</ref></li><li>Foley Beach Express<ref>[http://www.beachexpress.com/Contact.aspx Foley Beach Express]</ref></li></ul>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$1.50-$3.00</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">4 bridges only</td>
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<td style="padding: 12px; outline: 1px solid #dee2e6; background: #f5f7fa;">$0.75-$2.00/plaza</td>
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<li>[[freedom-pass-alabama|Freedom Pass Alabama]] - Complete guide to Alabama's toll transponder system</li>
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<li>[[pay-missed-toll-alabama|Pay Missed Toll Alabama]] - How to pay unpaid toll invoices</li>
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<li>[[pay-toll-alabama-bridges|Pay Toll Alabama Bridges]] - Payment methods and procedures</li>
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<li>Alabama Freedom Pass Online: freedompass.americanroads.com</li>
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<li>American Roads LLC Customer Service: Multiple facility-specific numbers</li>
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<li>Montgomery Expressway: montgomeryexpressway.com</li>
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<li>[[canada-toll|Canada Toll]] - Toll information for northern neighbor</li>
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Alabama Toll Roads, Bridges & Expressways 2025

System: 4 toll bridges with Freedom Pass electronic payment + cash/credit
Coverage: Montgomery, Tuscaloosa, Wetumpka, Gulf Shores areas
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Technology: Freedom Pass RFID transponders, cash booths, credit cards
Operator: American Roads LLC

Do I Need a Freedom Pass for Alabama? 2025 Update

No, you don't need a Freedom Pass to use Alabama toll roads - you can pay with cash or credit cards at all four toll bridges. However, the Freedom Pass offers convenience and potential savings for frequent users.

Key Reality: Alabama operates only 4 toll bridges, making it one of the smallest toll networks in the US. Unlike many states, Alabama has no video tolling system - all payments are manual at toll booths.

2025 Update: All four toll bridges continue operation with stable rates and multiple payment options. Alabama remains one of the few states without electronic-only tolling.

Alabama Toll Costs: Current Rates

Alabama toll costs are among the most affordable in the US, ranging from $1.50 to $3.00 for passenger vehicles.

Current Toll Rates by Vehicle Class (2025)

Bridge/Expressway 2-Axle Vehicle Commercial Trucks Payment Methods
Montgomery Expressway $1.50 $1.50-$4.50 (by axle) Freedom Pass, Credit, Cash
Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass $2.00 $2.00-$6.00 (by axle) Freedom Pass, Cash
Emerald Mountain Expressway $2.50 $2.50-$7.50 (by axle) Freedom Pass, Cash
Foley Beach Express $3.00 $3.00-$9.00 (by axle) Freedom Pass, Toll-by-Plate, Cash

Alabama Toll Bridge Locations (2025)

Montgomery Area: 2 toll bridges serving the state capital

Tuscaloosa Area: 1 bypass toll road

Gulf Coast: 1 toll bridge connecting to beaches

How to Pay Alabama Tolls

You can use the following methods to pay tolls on Alabama bridges:

1. Alabama Freedom Pass:

  • RFID transponder system for all 4 toll bridges
  • Prepaid account with automatic debiting
  • Online account management at freedompass.americanroads.com
  • Low balance email notifications

2. Cash Payment:

  • Available at all toll bridges
  • Exact change recommended
  • Toll booths open 24/7

3. Credit Card:

  • Accepted at Montgomery Expressway
  • Major credit cards accepted

4. Toll-by-Plate:

  • Available at Foley Beach Express only
  • Invoice mailed to vehicle owner
  • Additional administrative fees may apply

To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, and all vehicle types across Alabama toll bridges, use TollGuru Alabama toll calculator

Recent Changes (2025)

Stable Operations:

  • All four toll bridges operational with consistent rates
  • No major toll increases implemented in 2024-2025
  • Freedom Pass system continues reliable operation

Payment Updates:

  • Online account management remains available
  • Mobile device payment options at Montgomery Expressway
  • No expansion of toll-by-plate system to other bridges

Alabama Toll Bridges Detail

Montgomery Expressway Bridge:

  • Alabama Freedom Pass compatible
  • Connects Montgomery with northern communities across Alabama River
  • Alternative to congested I-65 corridor
  • 4-lane highway with 65 mph speed limit
  • 24/7 toll collection at two toll plazas

Tuscaloosa Eastern Bypass:

  • Bypasses Tuscaloosa to the east
  • Connects US Highway 82 with I-20 and I-59
  • 4-lane highway with 70 mph speed limit
  • Avoids downtown Tuscaloosa congestion

Emerald Mountain Expressway:

  • Connects Wetumpka with Montgomery
  • Crosses the Coosa River
  • Alternative to Highway 231
  • 4-lane highway with 65 mph speed limit

Foley Beach Express:

  • Connects Gulf Shores and Orange Beach with I-10
  • One-direction tolling only (Gulf Shores to Orange Beach)
  • 2-lane bridge with 65 mph speed limit
  • Avoids Highway 59 traffic and stoplights

Planning Your Journey

Cost Considerations:

  • Total daily costs: $1.50-$10.00 depending on routes used
  • Alabama tolls among the lowest in the US
  • Most of Alabama's interstate system is toll-free

Toll-Free Alternatives:

  • I-65, I-20, I-59, I-10 - all toll-free
  • Most Alabama highways toll-free
  • Alternative routes available for all toll bridges

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I avoid Alabama tolls completely?

Yes, Alabama has extensive toll-free alternatives. All interstate highways (I-65, I-20, I-59, I-10) are toll-free, and alternative routes exist for all toll bridges.

What happens if I don't pay Alabama tolls?

Missed toll payments result in invoices mailed to the vehicle owner with additional administrative fees. Unpaid tolls may result in vehicle registration suspension.

Does Alabama accept E-ZPass?

No, Alabama does not accept E-ZPass. You must use the Alabama Freedom Pass system, cash, or credit cards (where accepted).

Are there toll discounts for motorcycles?

Motorcycles pay the same toll as 2-axle vehicles. No special discounts are available for motorcycles.

How do I pay tolls on Alabama bridges?

Use Freedom Pass for electronic payment, cash at all bridges, credit cards at Montgomery Expressway, or toll-by-plate at Beach Express only.

Alabama vs. Neighboring States

State Toll System Typical Cost Coverage
Alabama Freedom Pass + Cash $1.50-$3.00 4 bridges only
Georgia PeachPass + Cash $0.50-$1.50/mile Express lanes + bridges
Florida SunPass + Cash $0.75-$2.00/plaza Extensive turnpike system
Tennessee No tolls $0.00 Toll-free state
Mississippi No tolls $0.00 Toll-free state

Useful Links & Resources

Internal Navigation:

Official Resources:

  • Alabama Freedom Pass Online: freedompass.americanroads.com
  • American Roads LLC Customer Service: Multiple facility-specific numbers
  • Montgomery Expressway: montgomeryexpressway.com
  • Tuscaloosa Bypass: tuscaloosabypass.com

Regional Toll Information:

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Links for Future Updates

High Priority Updates Needed:

Medium Priority Updates:

  • us-toll - Ensure Alabama information is current in national overview
  • Regional state toll pages - Cross-reference with neighboring states for accuracy

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