Personal Prepaid Account
Breakaway is our toll discount program and your pass to seamless crossing at the Gordie Howe International Bridge. For businesses, commuters or occasional travellers, opening a Breakaway account is your direct route to hassle-free payment and discounted rates when the bridge opens.
Personal account
This is a prepaid account for individuals, families and commuters. This account offers up to four Breakaway tags on one account. Breakaway tags are free and a minimum balance is required to keep your tag active.
Learn more about the personal experience.
Benefits of Breakaway
Hassle-Free Travel: Convenient,
eliminating need for other payment methods
eliminating need for other payment methods
Free Tags: Breakaway tags are free of charge
Discounted Rates: Passenger vehicle toll rates reduced 25%
On the Road Faster: A quick pause at
the toll lanes is all that is needed
the toll lanes is all that is needed
Consolidated Billing: Up to four vehicles linked under one account with one monthly statement
Customer Care: Efficient self-service options and customer support to meet your needs
How to Register
Opening a Breakaway account is easy. Here’s what you’ll need when personal account sign up opens:
- Name, address and contact details.
- An initial deposit of $20 paid by debit or credit.
- Selection of Breakaway tag type.
- Vehicle information – year, colour, make, model and licence plate.
You will receive your Breakaway tags in the mail following registration. Install the tag on your vehicle and activate it through your online account.
You are now ready to Breakaway with the Gordie Howe International Bridge!
Learn More
- Which Breakaway tag is right for you?
- How to install your Breakaway tag.
- Breakaway Account Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement.
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