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Sumas Border Wait Times

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

Updated: 10:41 AM PDT Plan with buffer Sumas, WA to Abbotsford
General lane
53
Wait
Normal patience
General
53 min
Ready Lane
37 min
SENTRI/NEXUS
20 min
Pedestrian
23 min
LaneWaitStatusTrend
General53 minopen
Ready Lane37 minopen
SENTRI/NEXUS20 minopen
Pedestrian23 minopen

Quick crossing guide

Quick answer: check Sumas, lane, data age, weather, and nearby crossings before leaving for Abbotsford. 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.

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

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Nearby crossings

Pacific Highway52 min
Blaine Peace Arch54 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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5-year history

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

easing
635139Aug 21Jan 24Jun 26
43 now39 low63 high
Average51 min
Range39-63 min
Best window10:42 AM

Weather and crossing

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

In recent history, the lightest window was near 10:42 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 Sumas 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 Sumas?

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

Can I get alerts for Sumas?

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.