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I-66 from the Capital Beltway (I-495) to Gainesville now features two Express Lanes and three General Purpose lanes in each direction. All travelers on I-66 now benefit from a more reliable travel experience. The Express Lanes are dynamically-tolled, adjusting to maintain a smooth flow of traffic. An E-ZPass is required to use the Express Lanes. Vehicles with 3 or more passengers (HOV-3+) can use the Express Lanes toll-free. There is no cost for using the General Purpose lanes. Please note, other entities and the Virginia Department of Transportation operate the other nearby toll facilities in Northern Virginia and those tolls are billed separately.
When using the I-66 Express Lanes with 1-2 people in the vehicle, toll charges apply. An E-ZPass is required to use the Express Lanes. Vehicles with 3 or more passengers (HOV-3+) can use the Express Lanes at no charge, using an E-ZPass Flex set to HOV mode. Please note, other entities and the Virginia Department of Transportation operate the other nearby toll facilities in Northern Virginia and those tolls are billed separately.
Express Lanes allow you to spend less time sitting in traffic and more time doing the things that are important to you. They offer you a safer, more reliable travel experience.
No, there is no charge to use the three General Purpose lanes in each direction on I-66 Outside the Beltway.
Drivers with an E-ZPass can use the I-66 Express Lanes. Express lanes are designed for drivers who want the most reliable and time-saving trip to reach a destination. With traffic flowing at an average minimum speed of 55 mph or more, 24/7, even during rush-hour periods, you can anticipate less frustration and no stop-and-go driving.
The general purpose lanes do not require an E-ZPass and remain free at all times.
I-66 Express Mobility Partners operates and maintains the Express Lanes from I-495 (The Capital Beltway) to Gainesville under a contract with the Commonwealth of Virginia. Please note, other entities and the Virginia Department of Transportation operate the other nearby toll facilities in Northern Virginia and those tolls are billed separately.
