We have a trip planned for the eastern states. We will be traveling through OH, PA, NY, Conn, ME, VT, NH, Is there an EZ-Pass for the toll roads that we can get to cover more then one state? Some will be with the RV and some will be just with the truck. Also can we purchase it ahead of time or for instants we are spending the night in Youngstown, OH right on the border of PA. Could we buy one there? or is it best to purchase online? Thanks Deb

I don't believe EZ-Pass works in Vermont or Connecticut but will work in the other states you mentioned. Personally, I would call EZ-Pass and ask which unit(s) to purchase. I'd offer you a phone number but they are specific to the State you call. You likely will need two units. I need one for when I'm in my car or truck without the camper and another one for when I am hooked up. The tolls are based on the number of axles you have.

I have a Mass-Pass (EZPass) myself. The Mass Pass is free (up to 4 transponders), most others charge you for the transponders. Bought mine online.One thing to keep in mind is that Eastern States are revamnping their toll schedules and just because you have a pre pass, don't mean the rate is cheaper. In some cases it's more.

I would figure out which state the tolls are going to be highest in. Most likely PA if you are traveling the full length. And get the EZ Pass from that state. That way you are most likely to get the biggest discount for using it. In PA you can buy them at the rest area's or even Walmart. However, there is a catch, at least with the Walmart ones. You must register it online and it can take 24 hours for it to be activated. I would guess the ones you buy at the rest areas would be the same.Ordering one ahead of time should be the best option. PA Ez-Pass

RobWNY wrote:I don't believe EZ-Pass works in Vermont or Connecticut but will work in the other states you mentioned.EZ-Pass doesn't work in Vermont mainly because there are no toll roads or bridges in Vermont. (I'm excepting a few carriage/mountain roads that are part of state parks with entrance fees or very similar private roads/bridges.) I think the same logic applies to Connecticut; there's no EZ-Pass support because there's no place where it would make sense to use it.Any EZ-Pass transponder, regardless of origin, will work for any EZ-Pass member state/transportation authority's toll roads and bridges.

AAA offices can set you up with EZ-pass. Once you get the transponder and the windshield sticker-on holder, you get online and set up your account. In PA, at least, you will have to load an amount into your account and set up an automatic payment once your balance goes below a certain amount.

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schlep1967
Nomad
Jun 27, 2019
Debbie wrote:
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.

You can but..... To travel all the way across PA and pay cash it will cost $112.80 for a class 3 with 4 axles. Using an ez-pass for the same thing will cost $80.50.
Lynnmor
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
Debbie wrote:
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.

Of course you may pay more than the minimum balance in increased toll charges for cash customers.
dpgllg
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
suprz wrote:
Bumpyroad wrote:
Debbie wrote:
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.

some roads are ezpass only, and there may be times that they are unmanned.
IIRC my "deposit" was $25 and whenever my balance dipped below $15 they would raise it.
bumpy

X2!

Whatever the balance is it remains in the account until it is needed. So use it this year and then again in two years or so. The EZ-Pass lanes are just so convenient and you will never have to worry about having the correct amount of money. In Pennsylvania the unmanned cash lanes have a basket you toss the money in. They do not give change.

Dave
suprz
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
Bumpyroad wrote:
Debbie wrote:
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.

some roads are ezpass only, and there may be times that they are unmanned.
IIRC my "deposit" was $25 and whenever my balance dipped below $15 they would raise it.
bumpy

X2!
Bumpyroad
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
Debbie wrote:
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.

some roads are ezpass only, and there may be times that they are unmanned.
IIRC my "deposit" was $25 and whenever my balance dipped below $15 they would raise it.
bumpy
ACZL
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
Yes you can. In MA, they are cashless tolling which means you simply drive thru and a scanner reads your plate and you get a bill in the mail. NY is aiming to be cashless by end of next year. Already in use at 2 interchanges.
Debbie
Explorer
Jun 22, 2019
Question can we just pay the toll as we drive through? Don't want something that I have to keep a minimum balance on. We probably won't be through those states for a long time.
Bumpyroad
Explorer
Jun 18, 2019
dpgllg wrote:
. You have to preload a minimum of $35.00 and maintain that amount. You add a credit or debit card and when the value drops below $35 it will automatically charge to get the balance back up to minimum.

Dave

these $$$ minimums, etc. vary among states. that is why I said to check out which state fits your needs. some even charge a monthly fee.
bumpy
dpgllg
Explorer
Jun 18, 2019
RobWNY wrote:
I don't believe EZ-Pass works in Vermont or Connecticut but will work in the other states you mentioned. Personally, I would call EZ-Pass and ask which unit(s) to purchase. I'd offer you a phone number but they are specific to the State you call. You likely will need two units. I need one for when I'm in my car or truck without the camper and another one for when I am hooked up. The tolls are based on the number of axles you have.

I have an EZ-Pass from PA and I only need one transponder unit. In PA you enter the vehicles license plate numbers for all of your vehicles. I have my truck, my wife's car and my 5th wheel RV. They even provide Velcro for each car to mount the transponder. Simply take it out of one and stick it in the other.

You need to register it online and it could take a day or two so I would try to pre-purchase if at all possible. You have to preload a minimum of $35.00 and maintain that amount. You add a credit or debit card and when the value drops below $35 it will automatically charge to get the balance back up to minimum.

Dave
Campfire_Time
Explorer
Jun 18, 2019
I think this page may also be helpful: https://www.ezpassde.com/pages/where_use_ezpass.shtml

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