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Paso Del Norte (PDN) Border Wait Times

Check current Paso Del Norte (PDN) border wait times for passenger vehicles, Ready Lane, SENTRI/NEXUS, commercial lanes, and pedestrian crossings.

Updated: 9:31 AM PDT Plan with buffer El Paso, TX to Ciudad Juarez
General lane
51
Wait
Normal patience
General
51 min
Ready Lane
35 min
SENTRI/NEXUS
18 min
Pedestrian
21 min
LaneWaitStatusTrend
General51 minopen
Ready Lane35 minopen
SENTRI/NEXUS18 minopen
Pedestrian21 minopen

Quick crossing guide

Quick answer: check Paso Del Norte (PDN), lane, data age, weather, and nearby crossings before leaving for Ciudad Juarez. 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.

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

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Nearby crossings

Stanton DCL48 min
Bridge of the Americas52 min
Ysleta-Zaragoza52 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.
readyTravelers using RFID-enabled documents and Ready Lane eligibility.
pedestrianWalking crossings; comfort and weather matter as much as minutes.

Source and limits

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30-day history

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

rising
665442May 8May 23Jun 6
65 now42 low66 high
Average55 min
Range42-66 min
Best window9:35 AM

Weather and crossing

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

In recent history, the lightest window was near 9:35 AM. Compare heat, wind, and lines before you drive.

Trip plan

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FAQ

How often are Paso Del Norte (PDN) 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 Paso Del Norte (PDN)?

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

Can I get alerts for Paso Del Norte (PDN)?

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.