GWB Toll for RVs and Campers
RV tolls range from $45.34 (2-axle, E-ZPass peak) to $128.35+ (5-axle with tow, by mail).
Tariff effective 4 January 2026 | Verified 21 May 2026 | Source: Port Authority of NY and NJ
| RV Configuration | Axles | E-ZPass Peak | Off-Peak | By Mail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class B campervan (2 axle, dual rear) | 2 | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| Class C motorhome (2 axle, single rear) | 2 | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| Class A motorhome (3 axle, tag axle) | 3 | $68.01 | $65.01 | $77.01 |
| Class A motorhome + tow car (3 axle total) | 3 | $68.01 | $65.01 | $77.01 |
| Class A motorhome + tow car (4 axle total) | 4 | $90.68 | $86.68 | $102.68 |
| Truck + fifth-wheel travel trailer (4 axle) | 4 | $90.68 | $86.68 | $102.68 |
| Truck + fifth-wheel travel trailer (5 axle) | 5 | $113.35 | $108.35 | $128.35 |
How RV Tolls Are Calculated
The Port Authority charges by total axle count on the road. The bridge has overhead axle-detection sensors that count every axle of every vehicle passing the toll gantry. The transponder on the lead vehicle identifies the class, and the axle count determines the rate tier.
A motorhome on its own counts only its own axles. A motorhome with a towed vehicle (a dinghy, or flat-tow car) adds the towed axles. A truck towing a travel trailer adds the trailer axles. A boat trailer behind an SUV counts the same way.
RV Class Examples
Class B campervan (Mercedes Sprinter, Ford Transit conversion): 2 axles, single rear wheels or dual rear wheels. Pays the small truck rate, $45.34 E-ZPass peak.
Class C motorhome (van chassis with overhead bed, 22 to 32 feet): 2 axles. Same rate as Class B, $45.34 E-ZPass peak.
Class A motorhome (large bus-style, 30 to 45 feet): typically 3 axles (front + rear tandem, or front + rear + tag axle). Pays $68.01 E-ZPass peak. Adding a towed car (2 more axles) brings the total to 5 axles, $113.35 E-ZPass peak.
Truck plus travel trailer: a pickup truck (2 axles) towing a single-axle travel trailer = 3 axles, $68.01. Towing a dual-axle trailer = 4 axles, $90.68. A heavy-duty truck (4 axle) plus a triple-axle fifth-wheel = 7 axles, tolled at the highest applicable tier.
Lower Level Restriction
RVs and any vehicle towing a trailer must use the upper level. The lower level prohibits trailers and has a 13ft 6in clearance that excludes most Class A and many Class C motorhomes. The toll is identical on both levels, so there is no financial penalty for being routed to the upper level.
Signage at the New Jersey approach directs RVs to the upper level. If you accidentally enter the lower-level approach in an RV, follow the diverter signs to merge back to the upper-level lanes.
E-ZPass for RVs
A standard individual E-ZPass account works for personal RVs. You can add your RV (and any towed car) to the same account. The transponder is mounted on the inside of the windshield of the lead vehicle, and the system reads it on every crossing.
The savings vs Toll-by-Mail are significant for RV-class vehicles: $6.00 per crossing for a 2-axle RV ($45.34 vs $51.34), or $20.00 per crossing for a 5-axle towed setup ($108.35 vs $128.35). On a long road trip with multiple PANYNJ crossings, this compounds quickly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the toll on the GWB for an RV?
RV tolls on the George Washington Bridge are based on total axle count. A 2-axle Class B campervan or Class C motorhome pays $45.34 E-ZPass peak / $43.34 off-peak / $51.34 by mail. A 3-axle Class A motorhome pays $68.01 / $65.01 / $77.01. A Class A motorhome towing a car adds to the axle count: 4-axle total is $90.68 / $86.68 / $102.68. Tariff effective 4 January 2026.
Can I take my RV on the GWB lower level?
Generally no. The lower level has a 13ft 6in clearance and prohibits trucks and trailers. Most RVs exceed the height limit (Class A motorhomes are typically 12-13 feet, Class C are 10-11 feet, but with rooftop equipment many exceed 13ft 6in). Vehicles towing trailers must use the upper level regardless of height. The toll is the same on both levels, so there is no cost saving for using the lower level.
Does the GWB count the tow car or trailer as a separate axle?
Yes. The GWB tolling system counts total axles on the road. A 3-axle Class A motorhome (front + rear tandem) towing a 2-axle car = 5 axles, tolled at $113.35 E-ZPass peak. A 2-axle truck towing a 2-axle travel trailer = 4 axles, tolled at $90.68. The transponder reads class B for the lead vehicle and adds the towed axles automatically via overhead axle-detection sensors.
Do I need a commercial E-ZPass for an RV?
No. Personal RVs and campers can use a standard individual E-ZPass account. Commercial E-ZPass is only required if the RV is registered as a commercial vehicle (rare for private owners). Your standard NY, NJ, or out-of-state E-ZPass works on the GWB and other Port Authority crossings at the same per-class rate.
Is the GWB RV toll cheaper at off-peak hours?
Yes, by $2.00 to $5.00 per crossing depending on axle count. A 2-axle RV saves $2.00 off-peak ($43.34 vs $45.34). A 3-axle RV saves $3.00. A 5-axle RV with tow vehicle saves $5.00. Off-peak is weekdays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weekday evenings after 8:00 PM, overnight, and all day weekends and major holidays.