DriveEzMD manages Maryland’s all-cashless tolls (Bay Bridge, Fort McHenry Tunnel, Baltimore Harbor Tunnel, 95 Express, etc.)—Pay-By-Plate auto-charges card (cash rates); E-ZPass saves up to 77%.
Official references:
- DriveEzMD.com: https://www.driveezmd.com
- MDTA Maryland.gov: https://mdta.maryland.gov
Payment Options Comparison
Maryland 100% cashless—no booths since 2021.
| Option | Toll Rates | Payment | Transponder? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-ZPass | $ (lowest, up to 77% off cash) | Prepaid auto-deduct | Yes (free) | Frequent drivers, multi-state |
| Pay-By-Plate | $$ (cash rates) | Auto-charge credit card | No | Occasional, no install |
| Video Tolling | $$$ (cash + late fees) | Invoice mail/pay | No | Rare users |
Discounts: E-ZPass plans (Bay Bridge $35/25 trips, etc.).
Pay-By-Plate: Auto-Bill No Transponder
Register vehicle + card—cameras charge tolls automatically (cash rates, up to 10 axles).
Setup online
- DriveEzMD.com/sign-up → Private/Business account.
- Enter: Name, plate/state, color/year, card, email/phone.
- Add vehicles (multi OK).
- Drive—tolls bill instantly; notifications/texts.
No fees; receipts/history online/app.
E-ZPass Maryland: Max Savings
Transponders free—prepaid, discounts up to 77% off video rates.
Plans/examples
- Bay Bridge: $35/25 trips ($1.40/trip, 45 days).
- Commuter: $20/10 trips ($2/trip, Sun-Thu 90 days).
- Business: Post-usage rebates 10–20% ($150+ tolls).
Signup: DriveEzMD.com (transponder shipped).
Video Tolling: Pay After Notice
No account? Mail Notice of Toll Due (NOTD)—pay for early discount (15%, max $5).
Pay NOTD
- DriveEzMD.com → Pay notice.
- Call 1-888-321-6824 (7am-8pm M-F, 8am-2pm Sat).
- App/live chat.
Ignore → Fees/collections/DMV block.
DriveEzMD App: Manage Everything
Official app (iOS/Android)—”DriveEzMD” by MDTA.
- Request/manage transponders.
- View/pay tolls.
- Update card/vehicles.
- Alerts/traffic.
2026 Updates and Tips
Rates stable; app enhancements.
- All MDTA facilities (8 bridges/tunnels/express): Cashless.
- No third-party payments (doxo etc.).
- Early Video pay: 15% off.
Scams: Texts/emails—use DriveEzMD.com/app/call only.
FAQs About DriveEzMD Pay Toll
1. Pay-By-Plate how works?
Register plate/card at DriveEzMD.com—tolls auto-charge (cash rates, no transponder).
2. E-ZPass savings?
Up to 77% vs. Video; plans like Bay Bridge $35/25 trips.
3. Setup needs?
Name, plate/state/color/year, card, email/phone—multi-vehicles OK.
4. Video Tolling pay?
DriveEzMD.com/pay notice; 15% early discount (pre-mailing).
5. Maryland cash tolls?
None—all electronic statewide.
6. App for?
Manage accounts, pay, transponders, alerts—official “DriveEzMD”.
