Guidelines For Using I-95 Express Lanes In South Florida
The former High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane and the newly created Express Lanes are now for long distance trips ONLY.
Once you enter the new Express Lanes
- You cannot exit until the end
- You cannot cut through the lane candlestick markers to break out before the
Golden Glades Interchange.
If you find yourself in the Express Lanes by accident, remain calm.
RIDE THROUGH to the Golden Glades Interchange.
If you get confused, DO NOT STOP at any time whether in the local lanes or Express Lanes.
Weaving in and out of the Express Lanes is illegal. Drivers who do
- Could cause crashes
- Will be subject to fines and incur points on their licenses.
Be alert and pay attention to all advisories, signage, pavement markings and posted speed limits.
Tolling on the Express Lanes will begin soon.
Tolls will be collected electronically, so toll-paying drivers will need to own and display a SunPass transponder which can be purchased at Publix, CVS Pharmacies or Turnpike service plazas.
If you are involved in an accident or experience a car breakdown in the Express Lanes, pull to the left shoulder if you are able and dial *FHP (*347) on your cellphone. An operator will assist you and dispatch help. Wait in your vehicle with the doors locked. Do not stand behind your car or next to the lane of moving traffic.
For more information about the purpose of the new 95 Express program and how it works call 1-877-95X-FDOT or 1-877-959 -3368
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