Highway 407 ETR is now free during certain times for some drivers in Ontario

Some drivers in Ontario can drive on Highway 407 ETR during rush hour for free.

A spokesperson for the highway told INsauga.com that its part of their promotional driving offers.

“Last month, we targeted over one million customers with rush hour driving offers. Promotions ranged from one and three months, and had different driving terms, all targeting rush hour periods,” the spokesperson said.

“Although the enrolment period for these promotions ended Feb. 28, the best way to be eligible for a driving offer is to have a 407 ETR My Account, and ensure you’re opted in for marketing emails with a current email address.”

Eligible customers would’ve received the promo via email and in their account, the spokesperson said.

One of those promos is “Spring Into Free Rush Hour,” giving eligible personal vehicles with Ontario plates free drives during rush hour this month.

From March 1 to 31, those who are part of the offer can enter Highway 407 ETR from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and / or 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday and receive free unlimited travel on 407 ETR during the promo time period, the highway’s website says.

“The applicable discounts will appear on your bill as a promotional credit,” it says.

“This credit will cover toll charges, trip toll charges, camera charges, and applicable account fees incurred during the promotion period. Transponder lease fees will continue to apply if you lease a transponder.”

The highway noted that credits for trips taken around seven to 10 days before your bill date might be reflected on the next bill.

The offer only applies to travel on Highway 407 ETR, from the QEW in Burlington to Brock Road in Pickering — not the provincially owned portion of the highway.

The terms and conditions for the Spring Into Free Rush Hour offer can be found here.