GWB Toll for U-Haul and Moving Trucks
Cargo vans pay $16.79. 15ft+ trucks pay $45.34. Add an auto transport, pay more.
E-ZPass peak rates shown. Tariff effective 4 January 2026 | Verified 21 May 2026 | Source: Port Authority of NY and NJ
| Truck Size | Class | E-ZPass Peak | Off-Peak | By Mail |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo van (e.g. U-Haul cargo van) | 2 single rear | $16.79 | $14.79 | $23.30 |
| 10ft box truck (U-Haul 10ft) | 2 single rear | $16.79 | $14.79 | $23.30 |
| 15ft truck (U-Haul 15ft, Penske 16ft) | 2 dual rear | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| 17ft truck (Budget 16ft, Penske 16ft) | 2 dual rear | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| 20ft truck (U-Haul 20ft, Budget 22ft) | 2 dual rear | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| 26ft truck (U-Haul 26ft, Penske 26ft) | 2 dual rear | $45.34 | $43.34 | $51.34 |
| 10ft truck + auto transport (3 axle) | 3 | $68.01 | $65.01 | $77.01 |
| 15ft truck + auto transport (3 axle) | 3 | $68.01 | $65.01 | $77.01 |
| 20ft truck + auto transport (3 axle) | 3 | $68.01 | $65.01 | $77.01 |
| 26ft truck + auto transport (4 axle) | 4 | $90.68 | $86.68 | $102.68 |
How Moving Truck Tolls Work
The Port Authority classifies vehicles by total axle count and rear wheel configuration. Cargo vans and the smallest box trucks (10 feet) have single rear wheels and fall into the passenger car class at $16.79 E-ZPass peak. Anything larger (15ft, 17ft, 20ft, 26ft) has dual rear wheels and is classified as a small truck at $45.34 E-ZPass peak.
All moving trucks pay the same rate regardless of brand. U-Haul, Penske, Budget, Ryder, Enterprise, and any other rental brand are charged by vehicle class, not by who owns the truck.
Auto Transports and Tow Dollies
Adding a U-Haul auto transport (a 2-axle car-hauling trailer) to your moving truck adds 2 axles to the count. A 20ft U-Haul (2 axles) plus auto transport (2 axles) = 4 axles, tolled at $90.68 E-ZPass peak. A tow dolly (1 axle, for towing one wheel of the car off the ground) adds only 1 axle: 20ft truck + dolly = 3 axles, $68.01 E-ZPass peak.
The system reads axles automatically via overhead sensors at the toll gantry. You do not need to declare the trailer in advance.
Toll-by-Mail Trap for Rental Trucks
If you cross the GWB in a rented U-Haul without E-ZPass, the camera photographs the license plate on the truck. The Toll-by-Mail bill goes to U-Haul, which charges it back to your credit card with an administrative fee (typically $15 to $30 per toll event). The combined cost of one missed toll can exceed $80 for a 26ft truck.
U-Haul does not provide an E-ZPass with the rental. If you plan to cross the GWB or any other tolled crossing, the cheapest option is to have your own E-ZPass on the windshield. Note that the camera reads the license plate on the truck, so a personal E-ZPass linked to the plate on your car does not automatically work, you need the tag itself mounted in the windshield of the truck to be read electronically and avoid the Toll-by-Mail charge.
Upper Level Only
All moving trucks (except cargo vans) must use the upper level. The lower level prohibits trucks and has a 13ft 6in clearance. Even though a 26ft U-Haul is around 12 feet tall, the truck classification (dual rear wheels) excludes it from the lower level. Signage on the New Jersey approach directs trucks to the upper level lanes.
Off-Peak Savings for Movers
If your moving timing is flexible, crossing off-peak saves $2.00 (small truck) per crossing. Off-peak windows are weekdays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, weekday evenings after 8:00 PM, overnight, and all day weekends. For a one-way move with one GWB crossing, the savings are modest. For a multi-day move with multiple crossings (e.g. shuttling loads from a storage unit), the savings compound.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the GWB toll for a U-Haul truck?
A U-Haul cargo van or 10-foot box truck pays the passenger car rate: $16.79 E-ZPass peak / $14.79 off-peak / $23.30 by mail (these are single rear wheel vehicles classed as 2-axle cars). U-Haul 15ft, 20ft, and 26ft trucks have dual rear wheels and pay the small truck rate: $45.34 E-ZPass peak / $43.34 off-peak / $51.34 by mail. Tariff effective 4 January 2026.
Do U-Haul tow dollies or auto transports add to the toll?
Yes. A U-Haul tow dolly (1 axle) plus the truck adds 1 axle to the count. A U-Haul auto transport trailer (2 axles) plus the truck adds 2 axles. So a 20ft U-Haul truck (2 axles) plus auto transport (2 axles) = 4 total axles, $90.68 E-ZPass peak. A 26ft truck plus auto transport hits the 4-axle tier.
Can a 26ft U-Haul use the GWB lower level?
No. The lower level has a 13ft 6in clearance and prohibits trucks and trailers. A 26ft U-Haul is approximately 12 feet tall but is classified as a commercial vehicle (dual rear wheels), so the lower level is closed to it regardless of height. All U-Haul, Penske, and Budget moving trucks of any size must use the upper level. The toll is the same on both levels.
Does Penske, Budget, or Ryder charge differently from U-Haul?
No. The toll is set by the Port Authority based on vehicle class (axle count and rear wheel configuration), not by the rental brand. A Penske 16ft truck pays the same $45.34 E-ZPass peak as a U-Haul 15ft truck because both have 2 axles with dual rear wheels. The truck-rental company that owns the vehicle does not affect the toll.
Do I need an E-ZPass to drive a U-Haul across the GWB?
No, but it saves significant money. Without E-ZPass, the camera photographs your license plate (the plate on the U-Haul truck) and a Toll-by-Mail bill is sent to U-Haul, which forwards it to you with an administrative fee. The Toll-by-Mail rate is $23.30 for cargo vans or $51.34 for dual-rear-wheel trucks, vs $14.79 to $43.34 with E-ZPass. The admin fee from U-Haul can add another $15 to $30 per crossing.