How does FasTrak work in Bay Area?

FasTrak CAV is a special toll tag—issued only to eligible clean air vehicles (CAVs)—that qualifies the vehicle for free or reduced tolls. The FasTrak CAV toll tag works at all toll bridges and in all Bay Area express lanes. It can also be used to pay for parking at San Francisco International Airport.

How does FasTrak device work?

A properly mounted toll tag is detected. An antenna detects the toll tag which beeps as you drive through. FasTrak electronically checks your account. Call FasTrak or Pay Toll – your account needs more funds to pay the required amount using FasTrak.

How do Bay Area Express lanes work?

Bay Area Express Lanes allow vehicles to pay tolls, pay discounted tolls, or travel toll-free for a faster, more reliable trip. Today, there are about 130 miles of open Bay Area Lanes and there are plans for over 600 miles of express lanes by 2035.

Is there a monthly fee for FasTrak?

There are no fees to open or to maintain a FasTrak account.

Does FasTrak cover all of California?

You can use FasTrak anywhere in California where the FasTrak logo is displayed. In the Bay Area, you can use FasTrak on all toll bridges and express lanes and at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) parking facilities. In Southern California, you can use FasTrak on toll roads and express lanes.

Can you go through FasTrak without transponder?

Yes. FasTrak drivers must have a transponder mounted to their vehicle’s windshield. State law requires a transponder to be in the vehicle or valid license plates properly mounted to the vehicle.

What is the 3+ lane on FasTrak?

I-580 Express Lanes Use position 3+ if there are three or more people in the vehicle. Vanpools, motorcycles and eligible clean air vehicles should also use the position 3+.

Is FasTrak cheaper than cash?

It’s easy. The toll tag does all the work—no more fumbling for cash! It saves money. On the Golden Gate Bridge, all FasTrak users pay a discounted toll rate.

How does FasTrak detect tolls?

A properly mounted toll tag is detected. An antenna detects the toll tag which beeps as you drive through. FasTrak electronically checks your account. Call FasTrak or Pay Toll – your account needs more funds to pay the required amount using FasTrak. Cameras take pictures of the vehicle license plates as they pass through.

Where can I use my FasTrak tag in California?

In the Bay Area, FasTrak toll tags can be used on all toll bridges, express lanes, and at parking facilities at the San Francisco International Airport. In Southern California, FasTrak can be used on toll roads and express lanes. For more information on where to use your FasTrak tag, visit the Where To Use It page.

What can the FasTrak customer service center do for me?

The FasTrak Customer Service Center, including the customer service call center and the in person counter, is available during regular hours of operation and can assist you with new accounts, account updates, payments, and issues with tolls received in error.

How much does it cost to open a FasTrak account?

There are no fees to open or to maintain a FasTrak account. As toll tags are leased, refundable security deposits do apply. The security deposit is $20 per toll tag. The deposit is refunded to you when you close your account and return the toll tag in good condition.