AUSTIN, Texas — Driving around Central Texas is about to get more expensive.
Rates are increasing for several toll lanes in the Austin area, including those on US 183, US 183A, Highway 290, State Highway 71 and State Highway 45.
The rates are rising by nearly 4%, which means drivers can expect to pay between 2 and 5 cents more per trip. Officials say the rates increase to stay consistent with inflation.
Drivers who use electronic tags on their cars will continue to save money, usually about 50% less than those who choose to pay by mail.
Drivers who use the MoPac express lanes will also see an increase of 7 cents to the base cost of a trip on a single segment, or 14 cents on a full-length trip.