The Gordie Howe International Bridge officially opened to commercial vehicle and passenger vehicle traffic on Monday.
On July 27, 2026, the Gordie Howe International Bridge opened to traffic, connecting Windsor, Ontario with Detroit, Michigan.
The bridge provides a direct connection between Ontario’s Highway 401 and Michigan’s I-75.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge features six bridge lanes, 16 toll lanes and 60 Canada and U.S. inspection lanes.
For toll information, see the table below.
| Vehicle Category | CAD Rate | US Rate | Breakaway Rate (CAD) | Breakaway Rate (US) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Personal Vehicle | $8.00 | $5.75 | $6.00 | $4.35 |
 Personal Vehicle with trailer | $8.00+ $8.00 per trailer | $5.75+ $5.75 per trailer | $6.00+ $6.00 per trailer | $4.35+ $4.35 per trailer |
 Large Commercial and Passenger Vehicles | $12 per axle | $8.75 per axle | $9.60 per axle | $6.90 per axle |
 Hazardous and Oversized Vehicles | $12 per axle | $8.75 per axle | $9.60 per axle | $6.90 per axle |
See below for instructions and tips on use of the bridge for commercial vehicle drivers.
Commercial Primary Inspection Lanes:
- Follow officer instructions
- Follow lane signage well in advance
- Commercial trucks travel right of median
- Reduce speed and maintain safe distance
- Use designated FAST lanes where applicable
- Ensure documentation is complete
- Canada Port Code: 455
- US Port Code: 3801 ACE Firms Code: H0E1
- Have travel documents ready
Oversize and Overweight Loads:
- Verify clearance requirements
- Obtain permits in advance of crossing and carry onboard
- Contact 1-800-204-3616 24 hours in advance of arrival
- Park at designated staging locations
- Escort vehicles pay separate toll
- Follow designated routing and lane signage
- Travel right of median into commercial primary inspection lanes
- Canada Port Code: 455
- US Port Code: 3801 ACE Firms Code: H0E1
- Follow officer instructions
Dangerous Goods / Hazardous Materials
- Verify clearance requirements
- Follow Federal, State and Provincial requirements
- All nine classes accepted
- Follow designated routing and lane signage
- Travel right of median into primary inspection lanes
- Reduce speed and maintain safe distance
- Canada Port Code: 455
- US Port Code: 3801 ACE Firms Code: H0E1
- Designated safety areas
- Follow officer instructions
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