COMMON QUESTIONS - FASTRAK

 

73, 241, 261 & 133 Toll Roads

  1. What is FasTrak? How do I use FasTrak to pay tolls?
  2. How do I sign up for FasTrak and what does it cost to set up an account?
  3. Are there any monthly fees associated with having a FasTrak account?
  4. How do I get a PIN to access my account online?
  5. What does "pay by plate" on my FasTrak statement mean?
  6. I have GPS installed in my car. Will FasTrak work?
  7. I drive a motorcycle: Do I have to pay a toll? And, can I use FasTrak?
  8. How can I change my FasTrak billing address?
  9. How can I change the credit card number used for my FasTrak account?
  10. Can I find out my current FasTrak account balance online?
  11. When will I receive my FasTrak statement?
  12. If I sign up for FasTrak online today, when will I receive my transponder?
  13. Can I switch my FasTrak transponder from car to car?
  14. Do I have to mount my FasTrak transponder on my windshield?
  15. Can I keep my transponder in my glove compartment?
  16. What should I do if my FasTrak transponder is lost or stolen?
  17. Can I use FasTrak in the cash lanes?
  18. What happens when my FasTrak account balance gets low or drops to zero?
  19. My transponder no longer beeps. What does that mean?
  20. How can I return my transponder and close my account?

91 Express Lanes

  1. Can I use my TCA FasTrak transponder on the 91 Express Lanes (they use the same FasTrak logo)? Is there anywhere else I can use my FasTrak transponder?
  2. Why are TCA's FasTrak account policies different from the policies for the 91 Express Lanes' FasTrak accounts?
  3. Can vehicles with three or more passengers ride for free on the 241, 261, 133, or 73 Toll Roads?

 

 

 

 

What is FasTrak? How do I use it to pay tolls?

FasTrak is an electronic toll-collection system used on tollways in California that allows drivers to drive through designated "FasTrak Only" lanes without stopping. The toll is automatically deducted from a prepaid account. With TCA FasTrak, you can establish a FasTrak account with a credit card or with cash. For more about FasTrak and how to sign up, visit Get FasTrak.

 

 

 

   

 

 

How do I sign up for FasTrak and what does it cost to set up an account?

Use our online application to sign up for FasTrak now or call 1-800-378-TRAK (8725). A FasTrak account can be established with either cash or a credit card. Cash account requires a $30 deposit for each transponder requested and a prepayment of $45 in tolls. A credit card account requires no deposit for transponders, but does require authorization to charge $30 in prepaid tolls to open the account. Both cash and credit card FasTrak patrons agree to replenish their accounts when their balances fall below 10 days worth of tolls (about one-third of their monthly totals). Cash patrons will be requested to make payment in the amount of one month's tolls (based upon average usage). Patrons using credit cards to establish their FasTrak accounts will have their credit cards debited in the amount of one month's tolls (based upon average usage) when their balances fall below 10 days worth of tolls. Cash patrons will be requested to make minimum payments of $45 when their balances reach $15. Credit card patrons will have their credit cards debited for a minimum of $30 when their balances reach $10.

 

 

 

 

Are there any monthly fees associated with having a FasTrak account?

TCA assesses a $1 monthly fee per FasTrak transponder. The fee is waived when a patron incurs $25 a month in tolls on The Toll Roads. This policy is based on an average. So, if a patron has two transponders with a monthly total of $50 in tolls on The Toll Roads, even if one transponder has no usage and the second has all $50, the $1 fee is waived on both.

 

 

 

 

How do I get a personal identification number (PIN) to access my account online?

Once you open a FasTrak account, you will receive a PIN in the mail. If you did not receive one or forgot the number, fill out the online PIN request from and a new PIN will be emailed to you. Once you receive it, just login to your account and reset it to a PIN of your choice. You can also call 1-800-378-8725 to request a PIN over the phone, or stop by our Irvine Service Center.

 

 

 

 

What does "pay-by-plate" on my statement mean?

"Pay by plate" means your transponder was not read and your account was identified by reading an image of your vehicle license plate. If you are receiving "pay by plates" quite often, check the following: 1) Is your transponder properly mounted? 2) If your transponder is properly mounted and you still continue to receive "pay by plates" then you may need a replacement transponder. If this is the case, please use our Contact Us form to notify us.

Accounts with excessive pay-by-plate transactions may be assessed a $2 per transaction fee.

 

 

 

 

I have GPS installed in my car. Will FasTrak work?

Yes, the manufacturer of the transponder has tested the functionality of the transponder with GPS and found that there is no impact on transponder performance.

 

 

 


 

I drive a motorcycle; do I have to pay a toll? And can I use FasTrak?

Motorcycles pay the same toll as a two-axle vehicle when using The Toll Roads. Motorcyclists can use FasTrak to pay by keeping the transponder in a secure location, such as on the vehicle or in a pocket or bag.

 

 


 

How can I change my FasTrak billing address?

You can update any account information online. You will need to enter your account number and PIN or you can call our toll-free customer service number at 800-378-8725.

 

 



 

How can I change the credit card number used for my FasTrak account?

You can update any account information online. You will need to enter your account number and PIN or you can call our toll-free customer service number at 800-378-8725.

 

 

 

 

Can I find out my current FasTrak account balance online?

You can access your account 24/7 online. You will need to enter your account number and PIN.

 

 

 

 

When will I receive my FasTrak statement?

FasTrak statements are mailed or e-mailed regularly. To sign up to have e-statements sent directly to your e-mail inbox, follow these steps:

    1. Login to your account.
    2. Click on Customer Account Info on the left menu bar.
    3. Click on Edit Primary Information.
    4. At the bottom of the page, under Statement Delivery Method click on e-mail.

You can access your FasTrak account online to view or print your most current FasTrak account activity, or to update your vehicle and credit card information. To access your FasTrak account online, you will need to enter your 13-digit account number and 4-digit PIN. Accounts updates can also be made by calling our toll-free customer service number: 800-378-8725.

 

 


 

If I sign up for FasTrak online today, when will I receive my transponder?

It usually takes about a week to receive a transponder once an application is received.

 

 

 

 

Can I switch my FasTrak transponder from car to car?

A transponder can be moved from vehicle to vehicle as long as the license plate information for each vehicle is added to your account with The Toll Roads Customer Service Center, and the transponder is properly mounted. You can update any account information online. You will need to enter your account number and personal identification number. Updates can also be made by calling our toll-free customer service number: 800-378-8725.

 

 

 

 

Do I have to mount my FasTrak transponder on my windshield?

In accordance with the California Vehicle Code, you are only allowed to place the transponder to the lower left-hand side or right-hand side of your windshield or behind the rear view mirror where it will not obstruct your sight while driving. See Mounting Instructions. Motorcyclists should keep the transponder in a secure location.

 

 
 
 

Can I keep my transponder in my glove compartment?

No. The California Vehicle Code requires that a transponder be properly mounted on the vehicle's windshield. Keeping the transponder hidden may result in transactions being processed as violations and a citation by the CHP.

 

 

 

What should I do if my FasTrak transponder is lost or stolen?

Please report the lost or stolen FasTrak transponder to 1-800-378-TRAK (8725) as soon as possible. You will not be responsible for any unauthorized charges incurred after you notify us. However, you will be charged $30 for the transponder. Use our Lost or Stolen form when you login to your FasTrak account. You will need your 13-digit FasTrak account number and PIN to login.

 

 


 

Can I use FasTrak in the cash lanes?

Yes, FasTrak may be used in all lanes of The Toll Roads, including the cash-payment lanes.

 

 


 

What happens when my FasTrak account balance gets low or drops to zero?

If you have an account supported by a credit card, your card will be automatically charged when your account balance reaches 10 days in tolls or $10, whichever is higher.

Patrons using credit cards to establish their FasTrak accounts will have their credit cards debited in the amount of one month's tolls (based upon average usage) when their balances fall below 10 days worth of tolls. If average monthly account expenditure is less than $30, credit card patrons will have their credit cards debited for $30 when their balance reaches $10.

Patrons using cash to establish and maintain their FasTrak accounts will be notified when their balances fall below 10 days worth of tolls. They will be required to make payment of one month's tolls (based upon average usage). If average usage is less than $45, cash patrons will be required to make a payment of $45 when their balance reaches $15.

 

 

 

 

My transponder no longer beeps. What does that mean?

If your transponder is not beeping, it could mean that you need a new transponder. Please check to make sure your transponder is properly mounted. If it is properly mounted, please call us at 1-800-378-TRAK (8725) or use our Contact Us form to request a replacement. We will mail you a new transponder with an envelope to return the old one.

 

 


 

How can I return my transponder and close my account?

To close your account, please call our service center at 1-800-378-TRAK (8725) and they will send you a postage paid envelope for return of the transponder. You may also send your transponder(s) directly via certified or registered mail to:

The Toll Roads Service Center
P.O. Box 50190
Irvine, CA 92619-0190

You may also take your transponder to the local walk-in Customer Service Center at:
125 Pacifica, Suite 120, Irvine CA. in the Irvine Spectrum area.

 

 

 

 

Can I use my TCA FasTrak transponder on the 91 Express Lanes (they use the same FasTrak logo)? Is there anywhere else I can use my FasTrak transponder?

Yes. You can use your TCA FasTrak transponder on the 91 Express Lanes in Orange County, and the I-15 Express Lanes in San Diego County. In the Bay Area you can use your FasTrak transponder on the Carquinez Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, Benicia-Martinez Bridge, Richmond-San Rafael Bridge and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Your toll to use these facilities will be deducted from your TCA FasTrak account, and your usage will appear on your statement.

 

 


 

Why are TCA's FasTrak account policies different from the policies for the 91 Express Lanes' FasTrak accounts?

The Toll Roads and 91 Express Lanes are operated by completely separate entities. The Toll Roads are operated by the Transportation Corridor Agencies (TCA) which are public entities. The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), operates the 91 Express Lanes. Each has its own operating and account policies. If you have any questions regarding the 91 Express Lanes account policies, please call their Service Center at 1-800-600-9191 or visit www.91expresslanes.com.

 

 

 

 

Can vehicles with three or more passengers ride for free on the 241, 261, 133, or 73 Toll Roads?

No. However, 3+ carpoolers can ride for free during certain hours on the 91 Express Lanes, which is operated the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA), a separate government agency. For more information about the "Three-Ride-Free" program and other discount programs on the 91 Express Lanes, please visit the OCTA website.

 

 


 

   
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