Generally, you can pay for toll roads in Canada online, or over the phone. You can commonly pay with Visa, Mastercard or American Express. You will also have to pay a toll for each border crossing into the United States and back into Canada. At some border crossings, you may be able to pay in cash for the toll.

In 2026, paying tolls in Canada is a almost entirely electronic process, though the specific method depends on the province. In Ontario, the 407 ETR uses overhead cameras to scan your license plate or a transponder; if you don't have a transponder, an invoice is mailed to the vehicle's registered owner. In Quebec, bridges like the A25 and A30 operate similarly with "free-flow" electronic tolling. You can open a prepaid account with a transponder for the lowest rates, or pay invoices online after receiving them by mail. British Columbia also uses automated systems for bridges like the Golden Ears. While a few remote bridges might still accept credit cards, the "grounded" reality is that most Canadian tolls are "bill-by-plate." If you are driving a rental car, the rental agency will usually pay the toll and bill your credit card later, often adding a daily administrative fee. To save money, it is a supportive tip to check each bridge's website to pay manually within 48 hours before an invoice is even generated.