Which highways have a SunPass discount in Miami and the rest of Florida? What to know
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Which highways have a SunPass discount in Miami and the rest of Florida? What to know
Drivers who frequently use SunPass, E-Pass, Uni, or Leeway transponders on Florida’s Turnpike and other toll roads in the state are getting a break.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis just announced a six-month toll discount program that is expected to save frequent drivers about $10 a month. The savings started Sept. 1.
Who qualifies for the discount and on which roadways?
Here’s what to know:
Do I need to register for the discount?
You’ll get the discount automatically if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Who is eligible for the savings?
Drivers in cars, SUVs, motorcycles and pickup trucks who have a SunPass, E-Pass, Uni (this is a newer version of the E-PASS Xtra) or Leeway transponder are eligible for the discounts if the account is in good standing.
Truckers who drive 18-wheelers don’t qualify. The savings are meant for drivers in vehicles that have two axles, which are most passenger vehicles. If you want to check if your vehicle meets that requirement, SunPass says to look at your vehicle from the side and count the number of wheels or pair of wheels it has from front to back.
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How much will I save?
A 20% bill credit will be given to drivers who have at least 40 toll transactions a month. A 25% bill credit will be given to drivers who have at least 80 toll transactions a month.
Drivers are expected to save about $60 over six months, although savings will depend on how frequently they use toll roads.
TIP: If you’re heading on a road trip and rent a car, you can still get the toll discount if you take your portable SunPass with you.
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Which roads are part of the program and which are not?
Roads in Miami-Dade and Broward that are part of the program:
▪ Florida’s Turnpike, the Sawgrass Expressway and Alligator Alley in Broward County, and the express lanes on the Palmetto, Interstate 95, Interstate 595 and Interstate 75.
Roads managed by the Miami-Dade Expressway authority are not part of the discount program. This includes the Dolphin Expressway (State Road 836), Gratigny Parkway (SR 924), the Don Shula Expressway (SR 874), Snapper Creek Expressway (SR 878) and the Airport Expressway (SR 112).
DeSantis said he hopes to add these highways to the program in legislation next year.
What about the rest of the state?
Here’s a map. Take note that roads managed by the Central Florida expressway authority are also not currently part of the discount program.
This story was originally published August 26, 2022 at 12:12 PM.
