US 290 Toll Road Complete Guide: Manor Expressway, Austin to Manor 2025
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US 290 Toll Road Complete Guide
System: Electronic toll collection only (All-Electronic Tolling)
Length: 6.2 miles from US 183 to SH 130
Coverage: East Austin to Manor, Texas
Technology: TxTag, EZ TAG, TollTag, PikePass, SunPass, E-ZPass compatible
Operator: Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA)
Also Known As: Manor Expressway, 290 East
Do I Need a Toll Tag for US 290 Toll Road? 2025 Update
No, you don't need a toll tag to drive on US 290 Toll Road - but you'll save significantly with one. The 290 Toll Road is completely electronic with no cash toll booths, offering two payment options: electronic tags or Pay By Mail.
Key Reality: Electronic tag users get a 33% discount compared to Pay By Mail rates. The road provides a vital connection between US 183 and SH 130 while tripling capacity along the US 290 corridor.
2025 Update: The $127 million SH 130 flyover project completed in 2021 provides free-flowing direct connections between 290 Toll and SH 130. Current rates increased by 2.44% effective January 1, 2025.
US 290 Toll Road Costs: Current Rates
The US 290 Toll Road operates with distance-based pricing through electronic toll collection. The facility tripled capacity by adding three tolled lanes in each direction while preserving three non-tolled general purpose lanes.
Current Toll Rates by Location (2025)
| Toll Point | Tag Rate | Pay By Mail | 2025 Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cameron Road Plaza | $1.25 | $1.88 | +3 cents |
| Giles Lane Mainline Plaza | $1.75 | $2.63 | +4 cents |
| Springdale Road Ramps | $0.95 | $1.43 | +2 cents |
| Loyola Lane Plaza | $1.50 | $2.25 | +4 cents |
| Full Length Trip (US 183 to SH 130) | $3.75 | $5.63 | +9 cents total |
SH 130 Flyover System (2021)
Direct Connectors: Three new flyovers providing free-flowing connections
Project Cost: $127 million shared between CTRMA and TxDOT
Connections: SH 130 SB to 290 Toll WB, SH 130 NB to 290 Toll WB, 290 Toll EB to SH 130 SB
Benefits: Eliminated frontage road congestion, improved connectivity for east Travis and Williamson Counties
How to Pay US 290 Toll Road
You can use the following toll payment methods on US 290 Toll Road:
1. Electronic Tags (33% Discount):
- TxTag (Texas Department of Transportation)
- EZ TAG (Harris County Toll Road Authority)
- TollTag (North Texas Tollway Authority)
- PikePass (Oklahoma), K-TAG (Kansas)
- SunPass (Florida), E-ZPass (17 states)
- ExpressToll (Colorado), BancPass (Plus Pass)
2. Pay By Mail:
- License plate recognition system
- 50% higher rates than tag users
- $1 processing fee per bill
- 30-day payment window
3. Prepaid Registered Account:
- 25% savings on Pay By Mail rates
- $25 minimum account balance
- Automatic toll payment without tag
- Online or phone registration
To calculate toll costs for cars, trucks, motorcycles and all vehicle types on US 290 Toll Road, use TollGuru toll calculator
Recent Changes (2025)
2025 Rate Increases:
- Effective January 1, 2025: 2.44% average increase
- Giles Lane Mainline Plaza: 4-cent increase
- Loyola Lane Plaza: 4-cent increase
- Cameron Road Plaza: 3-cent increase
- Full-length trip: 9-cent total increase
SH 130 Flyover Completion (2021):
- Three direct connectors operational eliminating frontage road congestion
- Free-flowing connections between 290 Toll and SH 130
- Improved connectivity for east Travis and Williamson County residents
- Enhanced safety and mobility at major toll road intersection
Future Extension Studies:
- CTRMA exploring eastward extension into Manor
- Community support needed for Manor extension
- Current bottleneck at Parmer Lane where toll lanes end
- Political considerations affecting toll road expansion
Road Layout & Features
Capacity Enhancement:
- Three tolled mainlanes in each direction
- Three non-tolled general purpose lanes in each direction
- Tripled capacity along US 290 corridor
- Controlled access expressway design
Major Interchanges:
- Western terminus: US 183 with direct connectors
- Eastern terminus: SH 130 with flyover system
- Cameron Road: Major local interchange
- Loyola Lane: Commercial and residential access
Frontage Road System:
- Continuous frontage roads for local access
- Non-tolled access to commercial and residential properties
- Grade-separated intersections for improved safety
- ADA-compliant shared-use paths
Regional Toll Information
Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) System:
- 183A Toll Road - 16-mile northwest Austin bypass
- MoPac Express Lane - 11-mile express lane with variable pricing
- 183 Toll Road - South Austin corridor from US 290 to SH 71
- 71 Toll Lane - 4-mile express lane between Presidential Boulevard and SH 130
- 45SW Toll Road - 3.6-mile connector between Loop 1 and FM 1626
Connecting Toll Roads:
- SH 130 - North-south connector with direct flyover connections
- SH 45 - Multiple segments connecting Austin suburbs
- Austin Toll Roads - Complete metropolitan toll system overview
Planning Your Journey
Cost Considerations:
- Full-length trips: $3.75 with tag, $5.63 Pay By Mail
- Daily commuting: $7.50 round trip with electronic tag
- Annual tag savings: $600+ for regular users vs. Pay By Mail
- Veterans: Toll-free travel on all CTRMA roads
Traffic Benefits:
- Tripled capacity along US 290 corridor
- Direct connections to US 183 and SH 130
- Improved travel times for both tolled and non-tolled traffic
- Enhanced safety with controlled access design
Alternative Routes:
- US 290 general purpose lanes (non-tolled)
- Frontage roads for local access
- SH 71 for south Austin connections
- I-35 for north-south alternative (often congested)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I avoid 290 Toll Road completely?
Yes, you can use the non-tolled US 290 general purpose lanes that run parallel to the toll road. However, the toll road provides significant time savings during peak hours and better connectivity to other toll roads.
What happens if I don't pay 290 Toll Road?
Unpaid tolls result in violation notices with escalating fees. Pay By Mail customers have 30 days to pay before additional charges apply. Continued non-payment can lead to vehicle registration holds.
Why does the toll road end at Manor?
The original plan included extending through Manor, but community opposition in the 1990s and 2000s prevented this. CTRMA is exploring future eastward extension, but political and funding challenges remain.
Are there discounts for veterans?
Yes, in accordance with state law, CTRMA waives tolls for veterans on all Mobility Authority roads including 290 Toll, 183A, MoPac Express, 71 Toll Lane, 45SW Toll, and 183 Toll.
How do the SH 130 flyovers work?
The $127 million flyover system provides three direct connectors between 290 Toll and SH 130, eliminating the need to use frontage roads. This reduces congestion and provides free-flowing traffic between the two major toll roads.
290 Toll vs. Regional Toll Roads
| Toll Road | Length | Full Trip Cost | Primary Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 290 Toll Road | 6.2 miles | $3.75 tag | East Austin corridor |
| 183A Toll | 16 miles | $2.38 tag | North Austin bypass |
| MoPac Express | 11 miles | $0.65-$15+ variable | Express lane |
| 183 Toll South | 8 miles | $2.25 tag | South Austin corridor |
Useful Links & Resources
Internal Navigation:
- Austin Toll Roads - Complete Austin area toll system overview
- CTRMA - Operating agency information
- Texas Toll Roads - Statewide toll system
- TxTag Information - Primary toll tag system
- Travis County Tolls - Regional toll network
- SH 130 - Connecting toll road with direct flyovers
Official Resources:
- Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority: (512) 996-9778
- Customer Service: 833-762-8655
- TxTag Customer Service: 1-888-468-9824
- Pay Mobility Bill: PayMobilityBill.com
- 290 Toll Information: mobilityauthority.com/290-toll
