How much does it cost to cross into Staten Island?

Thursday's vote marks the first toll increase on Port Authority crossings since January 2020, when the cash-by-mail toll increased from $15 to $16, with the E-ZPass peak hours toll increasing from $12.50 to $13.75 and the E-ZPass non-peak hours toll increasing from $10.50 to $11.75.



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It's E-Z! Customers can stop at a participating retailer in NY State, excluding New York City and Long Island, and purchase a tag for $25. In NYC or Long Island, customers can stop at a participating retailer and purchase a tag for $30. Visit the E-ZPass ® web site Register your Tag* online or call 1-800-697-1554.

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Refer to this step by step process to sign up for an E-ZPass:
  1. Go to the E-ZPass website.
  2. Select “Sign Up Now”
  3. Choose which state you live in.
  4. Choose, “Click here to enroll online”
  5. Fill out the form and apply.
  6. You will receive your tags and account profile in 5-7 days.


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There are several ways to pay tolls in New York City: E-ZPass, Tolls by Mail, and Pay Toll Now. No matter how you pay, you can use any lane. Only E-ZPass will get you a discount of 30-50 percent.

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No, the Staten Island Ferry is free for all passengers, so no tickets are required for boarding.

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It's possible to drive to Staten Island, but when you factor in heavy traffic and tolls, it is more convenient to take the ferry. This free ferry makes the 25-minute crossing between Manhattan and Staten Island's St George Terminal every 30 minutes.

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The Verrazano Bridge toll rate is one of the most expensive tolls in the US. The bridge is maintained by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) which also operates six other bridges and two tunnels in NYC.

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The toll is only charged when crossing into New York City. There are no tolls charged when leaving New York City. To learn more about tolls, click here. E-ZPass users receive a discount off the cash toll, which varies by time of day.

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To know if you owe toll in New York, you can visit: E-ZPass NY Violation page. Toll By Mail Inquiry page.

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The taxicab driver must use the E-Z Pass when passing through tolls. The passenger will reimburse the driver for any toll cost during the trip.

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