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Prescott, Ontario → Ogdensburg, New York

Prescott – Ogdensburg border wait time today

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

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

Passenger vehicles

  • StandardNo wait1 lane · Reported 11:00 p.m. EST

Commercial vehicles

  • StandardNo wait1 lane · Reported 11:00 p.m. EST

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

How to cross from Prescott to Ogdensburg

The Ogdensburg–Prescott Bridge is often a quieter alternative to the Thousand Islands Bridge for getting from Ottawa to New York.

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

  • A good option from Ottawa if you want to avoid the 401.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take right now to cross from Prescott to Ogdensburg?

Latest CBP report: Ogdensburg no wait (standard).

Is it faster than the Thousand Islands?

Often, yes, because it has less traffic.

Can I use NEXUS at Ogdensburg?

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 Ogdensburg?

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.

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