Illinois Tollway for Android

Mobile tolls: Illinois Tollway app overview

The Illinois Tollway app (available at no charge for Android) lets drivers handle tolls and account tasks from their phone. Through the app you can settle unpaid tolls, sign up for or manage an I‑PASS account, or use the Pay By Plate option without visiting a customer center. The app also supports adding plate and payment details up to 14 days after the date of travel so you can avoid late penalties.

How Pay By Plate works for occasional drivers

If you’re driving a rental, a borrowed car, or simply don’t have a transponder, Pay By Plate is a quick alternative. Enter the license plate, supply payment details, and specify the dates and times of travel within the 14‑day window. The app also lets you backdate the plate entry to match the first day you used the roadway when a toll has already been missed.

Key functions and benefits

• Receive real‑time account alerts and notifications to stay on top of toll activity.
• Backdate plate entries when you need to correct or cover missed travel.
• Enroll in I‑PASS or update your existing I‑PASS account information from the app.
• Pay outstanding tolls immediately without visiting a toll office or mailing payments.
• Use Pay By Plate for short‑term or one‑time trips when you don’t have a transponder.
• Simple, user‑friendly interface to log in and manage services on the go.

Alternative option

Top recommended alternative: MCD TOLL Free — an option worth exploring if you prefer a different toll‑payment solution or additional features beyond what the Tollway app provides.

Getting started

1. Download the Illinois Tollway app from the Google Play Store.
2. Sign in (or create an account) to access I‑PASS management and Pay By Plate services.
3. Add plate numbers and payment information as needed — remember the 14‑day allowance for retroactive entries.

The app streamlines toll payments and account administration, making it easier for both regular I‑PASS users and drivers who only need occasional access to the roadways.