Toll 49 also known as SH 121 is a toll road in the Dallas-Fort Worth area operated by the North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA). If you’ve driven on Toll 49 without a toll tag, you’ll receive a bill in the mail for the tolls you owe. Here’s everything you need to know about paying your Toll 49 bill.
Understanding Your Toll 49 Bill
If you drive on Toll 49 without a toll tag, the tolls you incur will be billed to you via the ZipCash system. A camera captures your license plate when you go through the toll gantry, and a bill is mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle.
You’ll receive a ZipCash bill in the mail approximately 25 days after your trip on Toll 49 This initial bill will only list the tolls you owe, with no additional fees. You then have 25 days to pay this bill before late fees are assessed
If your initial ZipCash bill goes unpaid for 25 days, you’ll receive a second notice that includes
- The original tolls
- A $10 late fee per notice
After another 25 days without payment, a third notice is sent which adds:
- The original tolls
- $10 late fee per notice from first and second notice
- $25 late fee for third notice
At this point, your account may be sent to collections if left unpaid.
Paying Your Toll 49 Bill Online
The easiest way to pay a Toll 49 ZipCash bill is online through NTTA’s website. You can pay with just your license plate or with your ZipCash account details.
Pay Online with License Plate
- Go to NTTA’s Online Bill Payment
- Select “Pay ZipCash Bill”
- Enter your license plate number and state
- Enter the start and end date of your trip (if known)
- Enter payment details and submit
Pay Online with ZipCash Account
- Go to NTTA’s Online Bill Payment
- Select “Pay ZipCash Bill”
- Enter your ZipCash account number and PIN located at the top of your bill
- Enter payment details and submit
Once your payment is accepted, you’ll receive an emailed receipt. Paying online ensures fast and secure processing of your Toll 49 bill.
Paying Your Toll 49 Bill by Mail
If you prefer to pay your Toll 49 ZipCash bill by mail, follow these steps:
- Write your ZipCash account number and PIN on your check or money order. This information is located at the top of your bill.
- Make your check or money order payable to NTTA. Do not send cash.
- Mail your payment in the envelope provided with your bill. Be sure you allow 7-10 days for mail delivery to avoid late fees.
- Keep the payment stub from your bill for your records.
- Confirm your payment posted correctly through NTTA’s online account portal.
Be sure to pay the total amount due, or you will incur late fees on any unpaid portion of your bill.
Paying Your Toll 49 Bill by Phone
You can also pay your Toll 49 ZipCash bill easily over the phone. Have the following information ready:
- Your ZipCash account number and PIN
- Or your license plate number
- A credit card or debit card to make the payment
Then call either:
- 972-818-6882
- 817-731-6882
A customer service agent will help you submit payment right away. You’ll receive a confirmation number at the end of the call.
Paying Your Toll 49 Bill in Person
For in-person payment of your Toll 49 ZipCash bill, you can visit any NTTA customer service center. Bring your bill and a form of payment. Cash, checks, money orders, and credit/debit cards are accepted.
You can find an NTTA customer service location using the payment location map on their website.
In-person payment allows you to get assistance from an NTTA representative if you have any account questions. You’ll receive a printed receipt after paying your Toll 49 bill.
Getting a Toll Tag to Avoid Bills
The best way to avoid having to deal with paying Toll 49 bills is to get an NTTA toll tag. With a toll tag, tolls are automatically deducted from a prepaid account each time you drive on Toll 49.
Toll tags provide discounted rates, and you’ll never have to worry about paying bills or late fees. You can order an NTTA toll tag online or pick one up at a customer service center.
Recurring Payment Options
If you drive on Toll 49 frequently without a toll tag, NTTA offers recurring payment options to help you avoid late fees.
You can set up an automatic payment method through their online account portal. Your Toll 49 bills will be paid on their due date directly from your credit card or bank account.
You can also enroll in auto-replenish if you open a toll tag account. Your prepaid toll tag balance will automatically be replenished from a credit card as needed.
These recurring payment options make paying for Toll 49 tolls hassle-free.
Getting Toll 49 Bill Paying Assistance
Don’t hesitate to reach out to NTTA customer service if you need help understanding or paying your Toll 49 ZipCash bill.
You can call 972-818-6882 or 817-731-6882 for assistance over the phone. Customer service agents can explain your bill, accept payment, and answer any account questions.
You can also get in-person help with your Toll 49 bill at any of NTTA’s six customer service centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Bring your bill and talk to a representative.
NTTA also offers an online chat feature on their website. You can instantly chat with a customer service rep and get your Toll 49 bill questions answered.
Take Action Against Distraction
The North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) is an independent government agency created to accelerate the development of infrastructure projects in North East Texas.
Our mission is to implement infrastructure solutions that will enhance the quality of life and the economic environment in our area. The NET RMA is governed by a 21-member board of directors that represent each of the member counties: Bowie, Camp, Cass, Cherokee, Gregg, Harrison, Kaufman, Panola, Rusk, Smith, Titus, Upshur, Van Zandt, and Wood. Texas RMAs were made possible through an initiative passed by State Legislature in 2001. The NET RMA was established in October 2004.
How To Pay A Notice of Toll Evasion
FAQ
How much is the toll on TX-49?
Toll Name
|
Est. Max Toll Price
|
Dallas Toll Road
|
|
Tyler Toll Road / Brownsville Toll Road
|
|
Loop 49
|
$0.45-$3.38
|
SH 550
|
$0.60-$1.67
|
How to pay Texas toll without TxTag online?
How do I check if I owe tolls in Texas?
How do I pay a toll without an invoice in California?
How does Toll 49 work?
Toll 49 recognizes the statewide TxTagin addition to the Dallas area TollTag and the Houston area EZ TAG. If a vehicle does not have an electronic toll tag, a bill for the toll charges is mailed to the vehicle owner via the “Pay by Mail” system. Cars with a trailer pay twice the base rate per mile.
Is Toll 49 safe?
Toll 49 averaged 33,000 transactions daily in 2015. Like other high-speed Texas toll roads and Interstate highways, bicycle traffic is considered unsafe and is not allowed. We drive Toll 49 regularly, and are excited about its prospects for becoming a major part of the Tyler area transportation infrastructure.
Does Toll 49 connect to I-20?
Toll 49 already connects to Interstate Highway I-20, just west of Lindale. A $68.7 million contract was awarded on March 1, 2016 to Webber, LLC to build Segment 4, from north of I-20 to an intersection with U.S. 69 north of Lindale. Groundbreaking for the Lindale Relief Route was held on August 18, 2016.
Is bicycle traffic allowed on Toll 49?
Like other high-speed Texas toll roads and Interstate highways, bicycle traffic is considered unsafe and is not allowed. We drive Toll 49 regularly, and are excited about its prospects for becoming a major part of the Tyler area transportation infrastructure. Toll 49 Future Plans
Where is Texas toll Loop 49?
Texas Toll Loop 49 in Tyler Toll 49 already connects to Interstate Highway I-20, just west of Lindale. A $68.7 million contract was awarded on March 1, 2016 to Webber, LLC to build Segment 4, from north of I-20 to an intersection with U.S. 69 north of Lindale.
Does NTTA accept a payment plan if I open a TollTag account?
A payment plans may be available if you open a TollTag account. The vehicle storage facility operator will not accept payment of tolls or fees. NTTA will provide you with a release receipt to present to the vehicle storage facility operator.