Car NEXUS 5 min · Commercial Standard 5 min
- Alexandria Bay – Thousand Islands BridgeNo wait
- Blaine – Pacific Highway15 min
- Blaine – Peace Arch50 min
- Buffalo/Niagara Falls – Lewiston BridgeNo wait
- Buffalo/Niagara Falls – Peace Bridge15 min
- Buffalo/Niagara Falls – Rainbow Bridge3 min
- Calais – Ferry PointNo wait
- Calais – International AvenueNo wait
- Champlain5 min
- Derby Line – Derby Line I-915 min
- Detroit – Ambassador Bridge5 min
- Detroit – Gordie Howe International BridgeNo wait
- Detroit – Windsor Tunnel5 min
- Highgate SpringsNo wait
- HoultonNo wait
- International FallsNo wait
- JackmanNo wait
- LyndenNo wait
30 ports of entry · 7 provinces · CBP data
US–Canada border wait times
Wait times for entering the U.S. from Canada by port of entry, lane (Standard, NEXUS and Ready Lane) and travel mode, with official CBP data.
Now: Blaine – Pacific Highway 15 min (standard); Blaine – Peace Arch 50 min (standard); Detroit – Ambassador Bridge 5 min (standard); Detroit – Gordie Howe International Bridge no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 5:34 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Average car wait
- 5min
- CAD per 1 USD
- 1.4116
Summary
Which province has the shortest wait right now?
| Province | Crossings | Average | Fastest right now |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Columbia | 5 | 24 min | Lynden · no wait |
| Alberta | 1 | 0 min | Sweetgrass · no wait |
| Manitoba | 1 | 0 min | Pembina · no wait |
| Ontario | 13 | 3 min | International Falls · no wait |
| Quebec | 3 | 3 min | Highgate Springs · no wait |
| New Brunswick | 5 | 1 min | Calais – Ferry Point · no wait |
| Other ports | 2 | 0 min | Jackman · no wait |
| Lane | Who it is for | What you need |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Any traveler with valid documents | Passport and visa, green card or US document |
| Ready Lane | All occupants carry an RFID-enabled document | Recent Border Crossing Card (laser visa), passport card, recent green card |
| NEXUS | Pre-approved trusted travelers | NEXUS membership |
| FAST | Commercial truck drivers | FAST card and certified company |
Directory
What is the wait at each border crossing right now?
30 crossings
British Columbia
5 crossings · View British Columbia →Car NEXUS 5 min
Car NEXUS No wait · Commercial Standard No wait
Car NEXUS No wait · Commercial Standard No wait
Alberta
1 crossing · View Alberta →Commercial Standard No wait
Manitoba
1 crossing · View Manitoba →Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Car NEXUS No wait · Commercial Standard No wait · Commercial FAST No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Car NEXUS No wait · Commercial Standard 5 min
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Car NEXUS No wait · Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
New Brunswick
5 crossings · View New Brunswick →Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard No wait
Commercial Standard 2 min
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Crossings
Which crossing will you use?
Canadian dollar today
Updated 1 h ago1.4116 CAD per 1 USD
1 CAD = 0.7084 USD · 1 CAD = $13.1987 MXN
Before crossing
- Bring a passport, passport card, enhanced driver's license or NEXUS card.
- If you are a Mexican citizen, check Canada's entry requirements: they changed in 2024.
- Declare food, alcohol, tobacco and cash over 10,000 dollars (what you can bring).
- In winter, check the weather and road conditions.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the wait at the Canadian border?
Latest CBP report for entering the U.S.: Blaine – Pacific Highway 15 min (standard); Blaine – Peace Arch 50 min (standard); Detroit – Ambassador Bridge 5 min (standard); Detroit – Gordie Howe International Bridge no wait (standard).
What is NEXUS?
It is the trusted traveler program between Canada and the United States, the equivalent of SENTRI. Members use dedicated lanes at the border and expedited lines at airports.
Are these wait times for entering Canada?
No. These are CBP wait times for entering the United States from Canada. Wait times for entering Canada are published by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).
What does a Mexican citizen need to cross by land from the U.S. into Canada?
A valid passport and whatever entry authorization Canada requires in your case. The rules for Mexican citizens changed in 2024 and many travelers need a visitor visa, especially by land. Check the requirements on the Government of Canada's official website before you travel.