Emerson – Pembina border wait time today

LiveChecked with CBP 3 min ago · 5:45 p.m. (Tijuana time)

Quick answer: entering the U.S. at Pembina currently takes Pembina no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 5:45 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

Pembina

Passenger vehicles

StandardNo wait1 lane · Reported 4:00 p.m. CST
NEXUSClosed

Commercial vehicles

StandardNo wait1 lane · Reported 4:00 p.m. CST

Up to 20 min 21 to 60 min Over 60 min Closed

How to cross from Emerson to Pembina

Emerson–Pembina is the main crossing between Winnipeg and Fargo, on Highway 75 / I-29.

These are CBP wait times for entering the United States. For entering Canada, check the wait times published by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA).

Tips for this crossing

In winter, check the weather before you leave: blizzards hit the prairie.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take right now to cross from Emerson to Pembina?

Latest CBP report: Pembina no wait (standard).

How far is Emerson from Winnipeg?

About an hour and 15 minutes by car.

Can I use NEXUS at Pembina?

If the port of entry has a NEXUS lane, members can use it; its wait time appears in the table on this page whenever CBP publishes it.

What documents do I need to enter the U.S. at Pembina?

A passport, passport card, enhanced driver's license or NEXUS card if you are a U.S. or Canadian citizen. Other travelers need a passport and the applicable visa or authorization.