495 Express Lanes

Designed to Provide a Predictable Trip

The 495 Express Lanes will use tolls to help manage
the flow of traffic to get you to your destination on time.

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Dynamic pricing keeps the lanes free flowing

The toll rate will be based on the changing levels of traffic
in the Express Lanes.

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Tolls adjust to keep you moving

Roadside equipment will monitor traffic and toll prices will periodically adjust as necessary to maintain free flowing travel. As traffic increases, the toll price will go up – keeping the Express Lanes moving.

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Lock in your rate

You will lock in your toll rate when you enter the lanes. Your rate will not change once you’re in the lanes.

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Dynamic pricing keeps the lanes free flowing

The dynamic pricing on the Express Lanes will manage demand for the lanes, providing you with a predictable option on the Beltway.

Future Prices
on the Express Lanes

Because toll prices are based on demand, it is difficult to predict exactly what the tolls will be at any given time. We expect they will range from as low as 20 cents per mile during less busy times, to approximately a $1.25 per mile in some sections during rush hour. An average trip cost is estimated to be between $5 and $6.