SEATAC, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced Tuesday that tolling on state Route 509 will begin Sept. 29.

In a press release, WSDOT said those using the expressway will pay a toll of anywhere from $1.20 to $2.40. This toll varies depending on the day and is the range when drivers display a Good to Go! pass. Those driving without a Good to Go! pass will pay by mail with $2 added to the toll.

WSDOT said the toll only applies to the new portion of the expressway, between Interstate 5 and 24th Avenue South. All other areas that were previously opened will remain free to use. They said the tolling helps cover maintenance costs.

"Tolling is beginning [Sept. 29] to start covering the costs of operating and maintaining the new road," the department sai

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