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Champlain Border Wait Times

Check current Champlain border wait times for passenger vehicles, Ready Lane, SENTRI/NEXUS, commercial lanes, and pedestrian crossings.

Updated: 10:36 AM PDT Plan with buffer Champlain, NY to Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle
General lane
46
Wait
Normal patience
General
46 min
Ready Lane
30 min
SENTRI/NEXUS
13 min
Pedestrian
16 min
LaneWaitStatusTrend
General46 minopen
Ready Lane30 minopen
SENTRI/NEXUS13 minopen
Pedestrian16 minopen

Quick crossing guide

Quick answer: check Champlain, lane, data age, weather, and nearby crossings before leaving for Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle. If the wait is rising or the update is old, use alerts and compare another window.

Quick forecast

Trend looks steady. Check again before leaving.

Champlain can see heat, wind, or marine-layer changes by hour. Check the forecast before you leave.

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Nearby crossings

Rainbow Bridge51 min
Peace Bridge49 min

Best time to try

Waits often ease later at night, but conditions can change quickly.

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Hours and status

Confirm official hours before driving. Smaller crossings and special lanes can close earlier than general traffic.

Open lanes in this report4/4
Visible status comes from the wait report; confirm official requirements before traveling.

Lane guide

generalStandard passenger traffic when no special lane applies.
nexusTrusted-traveler NEXUS traffic on supported US-Canada crossings.
commercialCargo and truck traffic; passenger waits can differ sharply.

Source and limits

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1-year history

History shown: Limited history. Use it as context beside the current wait.

rising
514539Jul 25Jan 26Jun 26
49 now39 low51 high
Average47 min
Range39-51 min
Best window10:40 AM

Weather and crossing

Champlain can see heat, wind, or marine-layer changes by hour. Check the forecast before you leave.

In recent history, the lightest window was near 10:40 AM. Compare heat, wind, and lines before you drive.

Trip plan

Use current waits, trend, weather, and alerts to choose a better window and avoid wasted miles.

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FAQ

How often are Champlain wait times updated?

Wait times update as new data becomes available. The timestamp on this page shows the latest update we have.

Which lane is fastest at Champlain?

The fastest lane can change throughout the day. Compare the current lane breakdown before choosing a crossing.

Can I get alerts for Champlain?

Yes. You can sign up for alerts when the wait rises above or drops below your selected threshold.

Is this an official government website?

No. This is an independent border information service. Always verify official requirements before traveling.