Cash on Illinois Toll Roads: About as Likely as Seeing a Unicorn on a Unicycle
Remember those thrilling childhood car games where you'd pretend to pay a tollbooth collector with Monopoly money? Well, forget that on the Illinois Tollway. Cash is about as welcome there as pineapple on a pizza (controversial, we know, but you get the idea).
Gone are the days of digging through your center console for spare change. In fact, Illinois Toll roads are like a futuristic fever dream: all electronic, baby!
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So, How Do You Pay Then? Don't Panic!
Here are your options, fellow traveler:
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- I-PASS or E-ZPass Transponder: This little buddy sticks to your windshield and transmits your payment information as you breeze through the tollbooth (well, almost a breeze - Chicago traffic is a whole other story).
- Pay By Plate: Didn't plan on using the tollway? No worries! Just head to the Illinois Tollway website within 14 days of your trip and pay online. They'll snap a pic of your license plate, and voila! Easy peasy.
But Wait! There's One Exception...
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The Chicago Skyway, that iconic bridge with the oh-so-scenic view of Lake Michigan, is the lone wolf of the Illinois Tollway pack that still accepts cash and credit cards. So, if you're feeling nostalgic for the good ol' days of tollbooth transactions, that's your spot.
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Just a friendly reminder: Using the Skyway with cash might involve tollbooth wait times that would make a sloth look speedy.
FAQ: Cash on Illinois Tollways - We've Got You Covered
- How to get an I-PASS or E-ZPass Transponder? You can get them online, at Jewel-Osco stores, or certain Citgo stations.
- How to use Pay By Plate? Head to the Illinois Tollway website and follow the easy steps. You'll need your license plate number, payment info, and the date of your trip.
- How long do I have to pay with Pay By Plate? You've got a generous 14 days after your trip to settle up.
- Is there a fee for using Pay By Plate? Nope! You'll just pay the regular toll rate.
- What if I accidentally drive through a tollbooth without a transponder or Pay By Plate set up? Don't fret! You'll get a bill in the mail. Just pay it promptly to avoid late fees.
So there you have it, folks! Cash may not be king on the Illinois Tollway, but with these handy options, you'll be cruising those smooth roads in no time. Now, hit the gas and avoid those pesky tollbooth wait times (except maybe the Skyway, if you're feeling retro).
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