NYC Congestion Pricing: What You Need to Know

Starting January 5th, 2025, drivers will be charged to enter Manhattan's Congestion Relief Zone. Here's the breakdown of costs and exemptions:

Congestion Pricing Costs

• Cars: $9 during peak hours (5 AM - 9 PM weekdays, 9 AM - 9 PM weekends). Off-peak hours are 75% cheaper ($2.25).
• Motorcycles: $4.50 peak hours
• Small Trucks/Buses: $14.50 peak hours
• Large Trucks/Sightseeing Buses: $21.60 peak hours
• Taxis/Black Cars: $0.75 per trip
• App-Based Rideshares: $1.50 per trip

<table border="1"> <tr> <th>Vehicle Type</th> <th>Peak Hour Toll</th> <th>Off-Peak Hour Toll</th> </tr> <tr> <td>Cars</td> <td>$9</td> <td>$2.25</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Motorcycles</td> <td>$4.50</td> <td>$1.13</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Small Trucks/Buses</td> <td>$14.50</td> <td>$3.63</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Large Trucks/Buses</td> <td>$21.60</td> <td>$5.40</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Taxis/Black Cars</td> <td>$0.75 per trip</td> <td>$0.75 per trip</td> </tr> <tr> <td>App-Based Rideshares</td> <td>$1.50 per trip</td> <td>$1.50 per trip</td> </tr> </table>

Exemptions and Discounts

Exemptions exist for emergency vehicles, government vehicles, school and commuter buses, and low-income drivers (those making less than $50,000 annually can apply for a 50% discount after their 10th toll). Learn more about exemptions and the Low-Income Discount Plan here.

E-ZPass Benefits

E-ZPass users get a 50% discount compared to paying by mail and can receive a credit for using certain tunnels into Manhattan during peak hours. Sign up for E-ZPass here.

For the first 60 days, only the congestion pricing tolls will apply; no additional fees or fines.