AVOID CONGESTION & DELAYS AT THE BAY BRIDGE

Travel the Bay Bridge off-peak to avoid congestion and delays.

During the summer travel season, plan to cross the bridge:

• Thursdays - prior to 2 p.m. and after 7 p.m.
• Fridays - before noon and after 10 p.m.
• Saturdays - before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
• Sundays - before 11 a.m. and after 10 p.m.

Use the following resources to plan your trip:

• Click here to view traffic images. To check the latest lane closure information for the Bay Bridge click here.
• Call 1-877-BAYSPAN (229-7726) anytime for current bridge traffic conditions.
• Get E-ZPass or find a retailer selling E-ZPass "On the Go" at www.ezpassmd.com.
• Note the Variable Message Signs along major routes approaching the US 50 corridor. Highway Advisory Radio messages on 1610 or 1630 AM also provide traffic updates.
• Tune to local media before and during your trip.

SAFETY TIPS for traveling the Bay Bridge "Pace your Space"-don’t follow other cars too closely! Stay alert especially during "contraflow" (two-way traffic patterns) and lane closures. Obey overhead lane signals and maintain posted speed limits. A steady DOWNWARD GREEN ARROW means that you are permitted to drive in the lane. A steady YELLOW X means move to a lane with a GREEN ARROW. A steady RED X means the lane is closed; do not use it. Report disabled vehicles by calling # 77 or accidents by calling 911. Make sure your car is "road ready." If your vehicle breaks down, turn on your vehicle’s flashers and wait for emergency assistance.