The 23-Mile Corridor
Delaware has exactly 23 miles of I-95. The Delaware Turnpike carries I-95 from the Maryland border to the Delaware Memorial Bridge, which connects to the NJ Turnpike. There is no practical bypass for north-south through-traffic — every I-95 truck crosses Delaware.
Delaware Turnpike Tolls (2026)
The Delaware Turnpike toll plaza sits at approximately mile marker 1, near the Maryland border.
| Axles | E-ZPass | Toll By Plate |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $4.00 | $6.00 |
| 3 | $6.00 | $10.00 |
| 4 | $6.00 | $10.00 |
| 5 | $32.50 | $40.00 |
| 6+ | $39.00 | $48.00 |
| OS/OW permitted vehicle | $12.00 flat | $12.00 flat |
Delaware Memorial Bridge Tolls
The Delaware Memorial Bridge is operated by the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA). The toll is collected in the NJ-to-DE direction only (westbound). If you are traveling southbound on I-95 from NJ into DE, you pay at the bridge. Northbound traffic (DE to NJ) is toll-free.
| Axles | E-ZPass | Cash |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| 3 | $12.50 | $15.00 |
| 4 | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| 5 | $35.00 | $40.00 |
| 6+ | $42.00 | $48.00 |
Total Transit Cost
A 5-axle truck crossing Delaware on I-95 in the NJ-to-south direction:
| Component | E-ZPass | Without E-ZPass |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Memorial Bridge | $35.00 | $40.00 (cash) |
| Delaware Turnpike | $32.50 | $40.00 (TBP) |
| Total | $67.50 | $80.00 |
Carriers running this corridor daily face $33,750+ per year in Delaware tolls alone (250 working days x $67.50 x 2 directions).
I-495 Wilmington Bypass
I-495 provides a 12-mile bypass around Wilmington, connecting I-95 south of the city to I-95 north. Use I-495 to:
- Avoid Wilmington city traffic
- Access the Port of Wilmington (Exit 2)
- Connect to local routes without entering the I-95 mainline through the city
Service Areas
Delaware has limited service areas on I-95. The Delaware House Travel Plaza (mile marker 5.5 area) provides fuel and food but limited truck parking. Most carriers park in Maryland (south) or New Jersey (north) for overnight stops.
Neighboring Toll Comparison
| Corridor Segment | 5-Axle E-ZPass Toll |
|---|---|
| Delaware Turnpike | $32.50 |
| Delaware Memorial Bridge | $35.00 |
| NJ Turnpike (full length) | ~$55-60 |
| MD JFK Highway (I-95 north) | $63 (out-of-state EZP) |
| PA Turnpike (full length) | $100+ |
:::tip Delaware tolls are unavoidable on I-95 — there is no bypass. Budget $67.50 per crossing (E-ZPass) into every I-95 corridor run between NJ and Maryland. The only way to reduce this cost is to ensure you are using E-ZPass rather than Toll By Plate. :::
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