Starting Jan. 10, drivers will need an E-ZPass or E-ZPass Flex to travel on the southside’s reversible express lane between the I-264 and I-564 interchanges during operating hours.
Drivers, who meet the HOV-2+ requirement and have their E-ZPass flex transponder set to “HOV ON”, can ride toll-free. Solo drivers can pay the variable toll by using the standard E-ZPass or E-Zpass Flex transponder switch to “HOV On”. Operating hours for the express lane toll are Monday through Friday between 5 a.m. and 9 a.m. westbound and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. eastbound.
The express lanes were created to give travelers more choices and to provide an easier route for drivers. Before the upcoming change, only drivers with at least one passenger onboard could use the express lane during peak times. With this change, solo drivers will be able to use the lanes legally during those times by paying a toll price that fluctuates depending on demand.
Drivers who want to purchase a new E-ZPass or E-ZPass Flex device, or to exchange an E-ZPass for the or E-ZPass Flex for free, can visit www.EZPassVA.com or call 877-762-7824 to find an On-the-Go retailer.
“We have been working to improve travel times and reliability for commuters in Hampton Roads,” said VDOT Commissioner Charles Kilpatrick. “The 64 Express Lanes will help us further that goal.”
For more information on the 64 Express Lanes and a list of FAQ’s visit www.64ExpressLanes.org.
This story was published in partnership with our sister publication, Southside Daily.
