Driving into New York City has never been more expensive, and the math depends heavily on which crossing you use, how you pay, and what time you arrive. This guide lists every major toll at 2026 rates (effective January 4, 2026) and the congestion pricing rules. Put your route into the calculator to see your cost per trip, per month and per year.
Port Authority crossings from New Jersey (2026)
The George Washington Bridge, Lincoln Tunnel and Holland Tunnel are all cashless and charge only in the New York-bound direction. Leaving the city is free.
| Payment | Peak | Off-peak |
|---|---|---|
| E-ZPass (car) | $16.79 | $14.73 |
| Tolls by Mail | $23.05 | $23.05 |
MTA bridges and tunnels (2026)
MTA crossings charge each time you cross, in both directions.
| Crossing | NY E-ZPass | Mid-tier (other E-ZPass) | Tolls by Mail |
|---|---|---|---|
| RFK (Triborough) Bridge | $7.46 | $9.79 | $12.03 |
| Queens-Midtown Tunnel | $7.46 | $9.79 | $12.03 |
| Hugh L. Carey (Brooklyn-Battery) Tunnel | $7.46 | $9.79 | $12.03 |
| Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge | $7.46 | $9.79 | $12.03 |
| Throgs Neck & Bronx-Whitestone | $7.46 | $9.79 | $12.03 |
| Henry Hudson Bridge | $3.42 | $5.42 | $8.87 |
| Cross Bay & Marine Parkway | $2.80 | $4.42 | $6.02 |
Crossing the Verrazzano often? See the dedicated Verrazzano Bridge toll calculator with resident rates and commute costs.
Congestion pricing: the Manhattan toll
Since January 2025, vehicles entering the Congestion Relief Zone, Manhattan local streets at or below 60th Street, pay a daily toll. The FDR Drive, West Side Highway and the Carey Tunnel connection to West Street are excluded if you don't exit onto local streets.
| Vehicle | Peak (E-ZPass) | Overnight (E-ZPass) | Peak (by mail) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger car / small van | $9.00 | $2.25 | $13.50 |
- Crossing credit: up to $3 off at peak for E-ZPass cars entering via the Lincoln, Holland, Queens-Midtown or Hugh L. Carey tunnels.
- Low-income discount: drivers earning under $50,000 can get 50% off after their first 10 trips in a month.
- Exemptions: emergency vehicles, qualifying vehicles for people with disabilities, and residents of the zone earning under $60,000 can claim a tax credit.
What a typical trip costs
| Trip (car, E-ZPass, weekday peak) | Tolls | + Midtown garage (8 hrs) | Daily total* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken → Midtown via Lincoln Tunnel | $16.79 + $6 CZ | ≈$75 | ≈$100 |
| Fort Lee → Upper West Side via GWB (no CZ) | $16.79 | ≈$45 | ≈$65 |
| Long Island City → Midtown via QMT | $14.92 + $6 CZ | ≈$75 | ≈$98 |
| Park Slope → FiDi via Manhattan Bridge | $9 CZ | ≈$60 | ≈$72 |
| Staten Island → Bay Ridge via Verrazzano | $14.92 (round trip) | Street | ≈$20 |
Parking costs in NYC
- Midtown / FiDi garages: $25–$45 for 1–2 hours, $55–$80 daily. Early-bird rates ($25–$40 in by 9 a.m.) are cheaper if you book through SpotHero or ParkWhiz.
- Parking tax: 18.375% in Manhattan for non-residents (10.375% for Manhattan residents who register), 10.375% in the other boroughs.
- Street meters: about $4.50–$7 per hour in commercial Manhattan; far less in the outer boroughs.
- Monthly garage: $450–$900 in Manhattan, $200–$450 in Brooklyn and Queens.
- Tickets: most parking violations cost $65–$115; a tow plus storage runs $185+.
Driving vs. transit
The subway and bus fare is $3.00 in 2026, and OMNY caps weekly spending at $35. Every ride after that in a 7-day period is free. NJ Transit and PATH, LIRR and Metro-North monthly passes usually beat driving for daily commuters. Driving still wins for night trips, carpools of three or more, and outer-borough-to-suburb journeys that avoid Manhattan.
Related: what a mistake costs with the NYC parking ticket calculator and the camera ticket calculator, getting to the airports with the airport to Manhattan calculator, and insuring a car here with the car insurance calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much are the tolls to get into NYC in 2026?
From New Jersey, the George Washington Bridge, Lincoln Tunnel and Holland Tunnel cost $16.79 at peak and $14.73 off-peak with E-ZPass, or $23.05 by mail, charged only when entering New York. MTA crossings like the RFK Bridge, Queens-Midtown Tunnel and Verrazzano cost $7.46 per crossing with E-ZPass or $12.03 by mail.
How much is congestion pricing in NYC?
Cars with E-ZPass pay $9 once per day to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street during peak hours (5 a.m.–9 p.m. weekdays, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. weekends) and $2.25 overnight. Without E-ZPass the peak toll is $13.50. The rate is scheduled to rise to $12 in 2028.
Is there a credit for paying a tunnel toll and congestion pricing?
Yes. E-ZPass drivers who enter the zone at peak through the Lincoln, Holland, Queens-Midtown or Hugh L. Carey tunnels get up to a $3 credit against the congestion toll.
Which NYC bridges are free?
The Brooklyn, Manhattan, Williamsburg and Ed Koch Queensboro bridges across the East River, and the Harlem River bridges between Manhattan and the Bronx (except the Henry Hudson), have no toll. Driving onto local streets below 60th Street still triggers the congestion toll.
How much is the Verrazzano Bridge toll?
$7.46 per crossing with a New York E-ZPass in 2026, or $12.03 by mail. Staten Island residents enrolled in the resident discount plan pay $4.19.
How much does parking cost in Manhattan?
Garage parking in Midtown typically costs $25–$45 for the first hour or two and $55–$80 for a full day, plus an 18.375% parking tax for non-residents. Street meters cost roughly $4.50–$7 per hour in busy areas.
Sources & methodology
Prices are compiled from published provider price lists, government fee schedules and quotes, then adjusted for 2026. See how we price.