Golden Gate Bridge Toll Rates (2026)
The Golden Gate Bridge toll is $8.75 with FasTrak, $9.75 for Pay-by-Plate, and $5.75 for carpools — collected southbound only (entering San Francisco). There are no toll booths. All tolls are collected electronically via FasTrak transponder or license plate camera. Walking and cycling across the bridge are completely free.
Current Toll Rates
| Payment Method | Rate | How It Works |
|---|---|---|
| FasTrak | $8.75 | Electronic transponder mounted on windshield. Toll deducted automatically as you cross. Lowest rate. Get a FasTrak tag at bayareafastrak.org or at Walgreens/Costco. |
| Pay-by-Plate | $9.75 | License plate camera captures your plate. Invoice mailed to registered owner or set up a one-time payment at bayareafastrak.org within 48 hours. No transponder needed. |
| Carpool (FasTrak only) | $5.75 | 3+ occupants with a FasTrak Flex transponder switched to carpool mode. Must be FasTrak — no Pay-by-Plate carpool discount. Verified by occupancy detection. |
| Motorcycle (FasTrak) | $5.75 | Same as carpool rate. FasTrak transponder required. |
| Walking / Cycling | Free | No toll for pedestrians or cyclists. Use the designated sidewalks during posted hours. |
Rates effective as of 2026. Tolls increase approximately $0.50 per year through 2028. Direction: southbound only (entering San Francisco). Northbound is free.
Key Facts About Golden Gate Bridge Tolls
One Direction Only
Tolls are collected southbound only (entering San Francisco from Marin County). Driving north across the bridge (leaving San Francisco) is free. This means if you drive to Sausalito and back, you pay the toll once on the return trip.
No Toll Booths
The Golden Gate Bridge went all-electronic in 2013. There are no toll booths or cash lanes. Do not stop on the bridge — just drive through at normal speed. Cameras and FasTrak sensors handle everything automatically.
Rental Cars
Most rental companies (Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Budget) have toll programs that automatically charge the toll plus a $2–5 daily processing fee. Check your rental agreement. To avoid the extra fee, set up a one-time payment at bayareafastrak.org within 48 hours of crossing using your license plate.
Toll Violations
If you don't have FasTrak and don't pay within 48 hours, an invoice is mailed to the registered vehicle owner. Unpaid invoices incur a $25 penalty after 21 days. International visitors and out-of-state drivers should set up payment at bayareafastrak.org before or immediately after crossing.
Toll Rate History & Schedule
| Year | FasTrak | Pay-by-Plate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.05 | $9.05 |
| 2025 | $8.40 | $9.40 |
| 2026 (current) | $8.75 | $9.75 |
| 2027 (projected) | $9.10 | $10.10 |
| 2028 (projected) | $9.45 | $10.45 |
Toll increases of approximately $0.35–0.50 per year are scheduled through 2028 to fund seismic retrofit, suicide deterrent, and moveable median barrier projects. Source: Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District.