Passenger vehicles
- StandardNo wait
- NEXUSClosed
Commercial vehicles
- StandardNo wait
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario → Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan
Sault Ste. Marie – Sault Ste. Marie border wait time today
LiveChecked with CBP a few seconds ago · 6:00 p.m. (Tijuana time)
Quick answer: entering the U.S. at Sault Ste. Marie currently takes Sault Ste. Marie – International Bridge - SSM no wait (standard). Source: CBP, checked at 6:00 p.m. (Tijuana time) on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
Up to 20 min 21 to 60 min Over 60 min Closed
How to cross from Sault Ste. Marie to Sault Ste. Marie
The Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge links the two cities of the same name, in Ontario and Michigan, over the St. Marys River.
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
- The bridge charges a toll.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take right now to cross from Sault Ste. Marie to Sault Ste. Marie?
Latest CBP report: Sault Ste. Marie – International Bridge - SSM no wait (standard).
Does the Sault Ste. Marie bridge charge a toll?
Yes, you have to pay a toll to cross.
Can I use NEXUS at Sault Ste. Marie?
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 Sault Ste. Marie?
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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