RiverLink manages Abraham Lincoln (I-65), Kennedy (I-65), and Lewis and Clark (KY 841/SR 265) bridges between Louisville, KY, and Southern IN—prepaid accounts/transponders save 50% ($2.68 vs. $5.36/crossing).
Official references:
- RiverLink.com: https://riverlink.com
- Pay Tolls: https://riverlink.com/pay-tolls
Toll Rates (2026, 2-Axle Small Vehicles)
Annual 2.5% hikes; prepaid lowest.
| Method | Rate/Crossing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Prepaid Transponder | $2.68 | Lowest; E-ZPass OK |
| Prepaid No Transponder (Plate) | $4.02 | Registered plate |
| Pay By Plate/Invoice | $5.36 | + late fees |
| Trucks (5+ axles) | $16.01 | Highest tier |
Fee Forgiveness: Convert invoice to prepaid—waives fees, drops to $2.68 (once/plate).
Prepaid Account with Transponder (Cheapest)
Auto-deduct lowest rates; E-ZPass compatible.
Setup/pay
- RiverLink.com → Pay Tolls/Open Account.
- Add plate, payment (card/Apple/Google Pay).
- Order free transponder or use E-ZPass.
- Auto-replenish.
Multi-vehicle OK; view images/history.
Pay By Plate/Invoice (No Account)
Plate captured → Monthly invoice (higher rate).
Pay online
- RiverLink.com/pay-tolls → Bill #/plate/VIN (last 6 digits).
- Select charges → Pay (card/PayPal/Apple Pay/Google Pay).
- Convert: “Update to Personal Transponder” for savings/fee waiver.
Phone/mail available.
No Account/Pay By Mail
Mail invoice/check—highest rates + fees.
Convert online for 50% back + fee waiver (once/plate).
Toll-Free Alternatives
Avoid: Sherman Minton (I-264), Clark Memorial (US 31)—+10–20 min.
Rentals: Provider bills + admin; use your transponder.
2026 Updates and Tips
Rates up 2.5% Jul 2025–Jun 2026.
- Monthly billing resumed 2023.
- Fee Forgiveness: Waive late, drop to transponder rate (once/plate).
- ETC hosted site for payments.
Scams: Official RiverLink.com only.
FAQs About RiverLink Pay Toll
1. Cheapest payment?
Prepaid transponder account: $2.68 vs. $5.36 plate (50% off).
2. Pay invoice online?
RiverLink.com/pay-tolls → Bill #/plate → Pay card/PayPal/Apple/Google.
3. E-ZPass works?
Yes—lowest transponder rates.
4. Late fee waiver?
Fee Forgiveness: Open prepaid—waives fees, lowers tolls (once/plate).
5. VIN payment?
Yes—last 6 digits if no bill/plate.
6. Rental tolls?
Rental company bills + fees; use personal transponder/E-ZPass.
