Lee County’s LeeWay system covers Cape Coral, Midpoint Memorial, and Sanibel Causeway bridges—prepaid transponder skips $3 admin fees and unlocks 25% off-peak discounts.
Official references:
- LeeWay Tolls: https://www.leegov.com/tolls
- Pay-By-Plate: https://leetollbyplate.com
Current Toll Rates (2-Axle Vehicles)
All-electronic tolling—no stopping.
| Bridge | Pay-By-Plate ($3 Admin) | Transponder (No Fee) | Off-Peak Transponder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral | $5 ($2 + $3) | $2 | $1.50 (25% off) |
| Midpoint Memorial | $5 ($2 + $3) | $2 | $1.50 (25% off) |
| Sanibel Causeway | $9 ($6 + $3) | $6 | $6 (no discount) |
Off-peak: Weekdays 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m.; weekends/holidays. Extra axles: +$2–$3.
Prepaid Transponder Account (Recommended)
Free LeeWay sticker transponder + prepaid account auto-deducts tolls, skips fees.
Setup
- leegov.com/tolls → Create account (min. $20–$30).
- Order free sticker or $22 portable.
- Enable auto-replenish ($30 at $10 low).
- Compatible: SunPass/E-ZPass/TxTag (one per vehicle).
Benefits: No fees + off-peak savings. Auto-renew discounts.
Pay-By-Plate (Quick Pay)
Plate photo → Monthly invoice with $3/toll admin fee.
Pay it
- Online: Leetollbyplate.com → Plate # → Card/bank.
- Phone/In-person: 239-533-9297, 1366 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers.
- Quick Pay: leegov.com/tolls for proactive/outstanding.
Discount Programs (Frequent Crossers)
Prepaid account required—snowbirds love these.
| Program | Annual (Nov-Oct) | 6-Month (Nov-Apr/May-Oct) | Covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unlimited All Bridges | $730 | $500 | All tolls $0 |
| Unlimited Cape/Midpoint | $330 | $200 | Cape/Midpoint $0 |
| Unlimited Sanibel | $400 | $300 | Sanibel $0 |
| Reduced Fare All | $107 ($1–$2/trip) | $67 ($1–$2/trip) | Flat rates |
Continuous renewal available.
2026 Updates and Tips
Rates unchanged; SunPass glitches fixed (fees waived Oct 2025).
Notes:
- Quick Pay rebills old tolls (2019+).
- Auto-replenish prevents issues.
- Service: [email protected] / 239-533-9297.
Avoid scams: Official sites only—no texts demanding pay.
FAQs About Lee County Toll Pay
1. How to avoid $3 admin fees?
Prepaid LeeWay transponder account—tolls deduct automatically, no fees.
2. SunPass on LeeWay bridges?
Yes—charges prepaid balance. Use one transponder; recent glitches waived fees (pay tolls).
3. Sanibel Causeway toll?
$9 Pay-By-Plate; $6 transponder.
4. Best for snowbirds?
Unlimited annual ($730 all bridges) or 6-month ($500)—saves hundreds vs. standard.
5. Pay before invoice?
Yes—Quick Pay at leegov.com/tolls with plate #.
6. Unpaid toll consequences?
DMV registration hold after 60 days.
7. Off-peak discount?
Transponder users: 25% Cape Coral/Midpoint (e.g., $1.50 vs. $2) weekdays 10:30 a.m.–3 p.m./weekends.
