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We’re designed to get you to your destination with ease, offering advanced features to inform your everyday travel plans.

Image of the Gordie Howe International Bridge with a frater boat travelling on the Detroit River

Connectivity and Bridge Infrastructure

  • Direct connection between ON Highway 401 to MI Interstate-75
  • Six traffic lanes – three US-bound and three Canada-bound
  • Ability to convert lanes based on traffic volumes
  • Paved shoulders in each direction
  • Accommodates cars, pick-up trucks, motorcycles, buses, RVs and vehicles with overhead storage or trailers
  • Easy routes to airports, shopping, workplaces, downtown areas and local businesses
  • Includes multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists

Port of Entry Features

  • 24 primary inspection lanes in Canada
    • 12 dedicated to passenger and bus traffic
    • 35 passenger secondary inspection bays
  • 36 primary inspection lanes in the US
    • 21 dedicated to passenger and bus traffic
    • 41 passenger secondary inspection bays
  • Separated commercial and passenger lanes 
  • NEXUS cards accepted
  • Designated bus processing area
  • Welcoming, modern and sustainable facilities
  • Simple to navigate
  • Public art features
A overhead photo of the Canadian Port of Entry with the Gordie Howe International
Image of ITS signage on the Gordie Howe International Bridge

Traffic Management Features

  • Accurate and reliable route planning information:
    • Border wait times
    • Traffic cameras
    • Weather information
  • Network connections with border agencies, road authorities and first responders
  • 24/7 on-site traffic and operations management centre
  • Traffic and security monitoring of entire site 
  • Integration and coordination with Michigan and Ontario advance highway advisory systems

Toll Collection and Payment Systems

  • 16 toll lanes with various payment options
  • Toll rates based on vehicle classification, axles and height
  • Canadian or US funds accepted
  • Payment options: cash, debit/credit, contactless payment and registered Breakaway customer accounts
  • Prepaid accounts with auto-replenishment options
  • Accounts connected to Breakaway tags, NEXUS cards and QR code
  • Monthly account statements 
  • Breakaway Customer Care
Image showing one of the toll lanes at the Canadian Port of Entry
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