How to Get an Illinois ipass

If you travel the Illinois Tollway frequently, you can save time and money by getting an ipass transponder. These devices attach to your dash or windshield and allow you to bypass the longer cash lines on the Illinois Tollway. This article will help you get your own Illinois ipass.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Gather the following information before calling or visiting an ipass service center:
   
   Your E-Mail Address
   Your Credit or Debit Card Information
   The Name, Address, etc. of Account Holder
   State Driver's License Number
   Your License Plate Number & Type
   The Model, Make, and Year of Vehicle

2. Go to the main Tollway office, one of the Tollway customer service centers or a retailer who sell ipass transponders. The main Tollway office is at 2700 Ogden Ave in Downers Grove. Tollway customer service centers can be found at the oasis locations (rest areas) at:
   
   The O’Hare Oasis
   The Lake Forest Oasis
   The DesPlaines Oasis
   The Chicago Southland Lincoln Oasis
   The Belvidere Oasis
   
   You can also visit one of over 200 Jewel-Osco locations or select Road Ranger locations to purchase an ipass transponder.
   
   If you cannot go to one of these locations, you can call 1-800-824-7277 to order an ipass transponder. Call between 6 a.m. to 10 p.m weekdays and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m on weekends.

3. Call 1-800-926-6500 to activate your ipass transponder. You will need the information collected in step 1.

Tips & Warnings

• Call 1-800-824-7277 to add funds to your ipass account or update account information.