NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Pinellas CountyAugust 21, 2026Pinellas
New Tolls and Speed Limit Changes on Howard Frankland Bridge
Starting Saturday, August 22, the Florida Department of Transportation will begin charging fees to use the new express lanes on the Howard Frankland Bridge. Additionally, the speed limit on the bridge will increase to 65 miles per hour.
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Drivers who use the Howard Frankland Bridge should be prepared for new costs and updated traffic rules starting this weekend.
Key Facts
- Express lane tolls begin on Saturday, August 22.
- The speed limit on the bridge is increasing to 65 mph.
- The speed limit was previously lowered last December during construction.