All Bay Area Bridge Tolls
The San Francisco Bay Area has 8 toll bridges. The Golden Gate Bridge is the most expensive at $8.75-$9.75. The other 7 are state-owned and charge $7.00-$8.00. All bridges are cashless and accept FasTrak. Here is every rate for every bridge.
2026 Toll Rate Comparison
| Bridge | Route | FasTrak | Pay-by-Plate | Carpool | HOV Req | Toll Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate Bridge | US-101 | $8.75 | $9.75 | $5.75 | 3+ | Southbound only |
| San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge | I-80 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Westbound only |
| Richmond-San Rafael Bridge | I-580 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Westbound only |
| San Mateo-Hayward Bridge | SR-92 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Westbound only |
| Dumbarton Bridge | SR-84 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Westbound only |
| Antioch Bridge | SR-160 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Southbound only |
| Benicia-Martinez Bridge | I-680 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Southbound only |
| Carquinez Bridge | I-80 | $7.00 | $8.00 | $2.50 | 2+ | Southbound only |
Rates effective 2026. Bay Bridge FasTrak rate is $8.00 during peak hours (Mon-Fri 5-10 AM, 3-7 PM). BATA bridge carpool rates are for peak hours; off-peak carpool may be free.
Key Differences Between the Golden Gate and Other Bridges
Golden Gate Bridge
- - Operated independently by the GGB Highway and Transportation District
- - Higher toll: $8.75 FasTrak, $9.75 pay-by-plate
- - Requires 3+ occupants for carpool rate
- - Carpool rate: $5.75 (saves $3.00)
- - Movable median barrier changes lane configuration
- - Pedestrians and cyclists can walk/bike across
7 State-Owned Bridges (BATA)
- - All operated by Bay Area Toll Authority (BATA)
- - Standard toll: $7.00 FasTrak, $8.00 pay-by-plate
- - Only 2+ occupants needed for carpool rate
- - Carpool rate: $2.50 peak, potentially free off-peak
- - Bay Bridge has congestion pricing (higher during peak hours)
- - No pedestrian or bicycle access on most bridges
Bridge Details
Golden Gate Bridge (US-101) - $8.75 FasTrak
Carpool requires FasTrak Flex set to position 3. Tolls southbound only.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge (I-80) - $7.00 FasTrak
Peak hours (Mon-Fri 5-10 AM, 3-7 PM) FasTrak rate is $8.00. Carpool rate is $2.50 during peak, free during off-peak.
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge (I-580) - $7.00 FasTrak
Opened a second deck to eastbound traffic. Carpool discount applies with FasTrak Flex.
San Mateo-Hayward Bridge (SR-92) - $7.00 FasTrak
Longest bridge in the Bay Area. Carpool rates apply during peak hours with FasTrak Flex.
Dumbarton Bridge (SR-84) - $7.00 FasTrak
Southernmost Bay crossing. Popular with Silicon Valley commuters.
Antioch Bridge (SR-160) - $7.00 FasTrak
Also known as the Senator John Nejedly Bridge. The least-trafficked Bay Area toll bridge.
Benicia-Martinez Bridge (I-680) - $7.00 FasTrak
A second span opened in 2007. Connects Contra Costa and Solano counties.
Carquinez Bridge (I-80) - $7.00 FasTrak
The newer suspension span opened in 2003. Connects I-80 between the East Bay and North Bay.
One FasTrak Works on All 8 Bridges
A single FasTrak transponder works on all 8 Bay Area toll bridges, plus express lanes throughout the region. The FasTrak Flex model also gives you carpool discounts on every bridge. One account, one transponder, all bridges covered.
FasTrak also works on all California toll roads and bridges, including the ones in Orange County (73, 133, 241, 261), LA Metro ExpressLanes, and the Coronado Bridge in San Diego.
Get FasTrak →Annual Cost: 5-Day Commuter Comparison
How much does a daily round-trip commute cost per year on each bridge? Based on 10 toll crossings per week, 50 weeks per year.
| Bridge | FasTrak/Year | Pay-by-Plate/Year | Carpool/Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gate | $4,375 | $4,875 | $2,875 |
| Bay | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| Richmond-San Rafael | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| San Mateo-Hayward | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| Dumbarton | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| Antioch | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| Benicia-Martinez | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
| Carquinez | $3,500 | $4,000 | $1,250 |
Based on 10 crossings/week x 50 weeks. Tolls are one-direction only on all bridges. Use our calculator for custom estimates.