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Border CrossingBrownsville–Matamoros

Live border wait times at Brownsville between Brownsville and Matamoros, with official CBP data.

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Brownsville

B&M

5 min

Vehicle

5 min

1 lane

Pedestrian

0 min

Ready Lane

5 min

24 hrs/day

Brownsville

Gateway

5 min

Vehicle

5 min

1 lane

Pedestrian

5 min

Ready Lane

5 min

24 hrs/day

Brownsville

Los Indios

Closed

Vehicle

–

Pedestrian

–

6 am-10 pm

Brownsville

Veterans International

Closed

Vehicle

–

Pedestrian

–

6 am-Midnight

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Brownsville–Matamoros crossing FAQ

What are the international bridges between Matamoros and Brownsville?+

There are three: the Veterans (Los Tomates) bridge, the Gateway bridge downtown, and the B&M bridge. Live wait times for all of them are shown above on this page, with CBP data updated every 5 minutes.

Which bridge do I drive across from Matamoros to Brownsville?+

The Veterans (Los Tomates) bridge is the main one for private vehicles. The Gateway bridge downtown is a closer alternative to central Brownsville. Compare the live times above.

Which is the best bridge to cross on foot?+

The Gateway bridge downtown is the most practical for walking into downtown Brownsville.

What time has the shortest wait at Matamoros?+

On weekdays, early morning and mid-afternoon usually have lighter waits. Weekday mornings, Sundays and holidays are heaviest.

Is there a fast lane at the Matamoros crossing?+

Yes. The Veterans bridge has SENTRI and Ready Lane to cut wait times if you have the document.

Why check Brownsville–Matamoros wait times on Fila de Puentes?+

Fila de Puentes gathers live Brownsville–Matamoros wait times alongside the busiest US–Mexico border crossings, powered by official CBP data. We’re constantly adding more bridges and refining our own proprietary algorithm to deliver a more accurate crossing estimate than what’s available today, built for the people who cross the border every day.