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- 11:32 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction, and travel times remain normal for late Sunday night. To avoid congestion during weekend travel, the best times to cross are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 10:32 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. For those planning weekend trips, the best times to travel are Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 9:32 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. As of Sunday at 9:41 p.m., travel times are normal. For those planning weekend trips, the best times to travel are Fridays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 9:32 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction. As of Sunday at 9:41 p.m., travel times are normal. For those planning weekend trips, the best times to travel are Fridays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., Saturdays before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m., and Sundays before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 8:37 PMAll clear
As of 8:46 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds.
For those planning future weekend travel, the best times to cross the bridge are:
- Fridays: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- Saturdays: Before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- Sundays: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 8:37 PMAll clear
As of 8:46 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds.
For those planning future weekend travel, the best times to cross the bridge are:
- Fridays: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- Saturdays: Before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- Sundays: Before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 7:42 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal speeds. For the remainder of the weekend, the best time to travel is after 10 p.m. on Sunday. General recommended travel windows include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 7:42 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal speeds. For the remainder of the weekend, the best time to travel is after 10 p.m. on Sunday. General recommended travel windows include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m., and Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 6:42 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction on or approaching the bridge. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. General weekend recommendations include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 6:42 PMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction on or approaching the bridge. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are Sunday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. General weekend recommendations include Friday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 5:42 PMAll clear
As of Sunday, March 22nd, at 5:51 p.m., there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal durations. For the best travel experience, the lightened traffic windows for Sundays are before 10:00 a.m. and after 10:00 p.m. On Fridays, aim to travel before 10:00 a.m. or after 10:00 p.m., and on Saturdays, travel before 7:00 a.m. or after 5:00 p.m.
- 5:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 32 Sandy Point, roughly one mile from the bridge. Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
- 5:27 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays starting at Exit 32 Sandy Point, roughly one mile from the bridge. Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
- 5:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of 5:21 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is currently clear with no reported delays.
- 5:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of 5:21 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road), approximately 1.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic is currently clear with no reported delays.
- 4:57 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday, March 22nd at 5:06 p.m., eastbound traffic is experiencing delays starting at Exit 30 (Whitehall Road), approximately 2.5 miles from the bridge. Westbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
- 4:42 PMTraffic advisory
As of 4:51 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, eastbound traffic is experiencing a 2.5-mile backup beginning at Exit 30 (Bay Dale Road). Westbound traffic is currently clear with no delays.
- 4:27 PMTraffic advisory
As of 4:36 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, heavy traffic is causing delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound congestion begins at Exit 30 (Bayhead Road), resulting in a 2.5-mile backup. Westbound traffic is backed up for approximately 0.6 miles starting at the Route 8 overpass at Exit 37.
- 4:12 PMTraffic advisory
There are currently delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up approximately 1.5 miles, starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road). Westbound traffic is seeing delays starting at the Route 8 overpass at Exit 37, roughly 0.6 miles from the bridge.
- 4:12 PMTraffic advisory
There are currently delays in both directions at the Bay Bridge. Eastbound traffic is backed up approximately 1.5 miles, starting at Exit 31 (Whitehall Road). Westbound traffic is seeing delays starting at the Route 8 overpass at Exit 37, roughly 0.6 miles from the bridge.
- 3:57 PMTraffic advisory
Westbound travelers are currently facing delays starting at exit 38A (Duke Street), extending about 1.5 miles from the bridge. Eastbound traffic remains clear with no reported issues.
- 3:42 PMTraffic advisory
Westbound travelers are currently experiencing delays beginning at Exit 37 (the Route 8 overpass), approximately 0.6 miles from the bridge. Eastbound traffic remains clear with no reported delays.
- 3:27 PMIssue reported
As of 3:36 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, traffic is flowing normally with no backups reported in either direction. While the westbound right lane is currently closed to clear debris, it is not causing any delays for travelers.
- 3:27 PMIssue reported
As of 3:36 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, traffic is flowing normally with no backups reported in either direction. While the westbound right lane is currently closed to clear debris, it is not causing any delays for travelers.
- 3:12 PMTraffic advisory
As of Sunday afternoon at 3:21 p.m., eastbound travelers are experiencing delays starting at Exit 32 (Sandy Point), approximately one mile from the bridge. Westbound traffic is currently moving normally with no reported delays.
- 2:57 PMTraffic advisory
Eastbound traffic is currently experiencing delays beginning at Exit 32 Sandy Point, approximately one mile from the bridge. Westbound travel remains clear with no reported delays.
- 1:57 PMAll clear
As of 2:06 p.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal durations.
For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sundays. If you are planning trips for future weekends, optimal travel windows include Fridays before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m., and Saturdays before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m.
- 12:57 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain within normal ranges. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are on Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. and on Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. For those planning a Friday trip, travel before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. for the lightest traffic.
- 12:57 PMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain within normal ranges. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are on Saturday before 7 a.m. or after 5 p.m. and on Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. For those planning a Friday trip, travel before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. for the lightest traffic.
- 12:42 PMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance and use low-beam headlights while traveling.
- 12:42 PMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the bridge. Drivers should maintain a safe following distance and use low-beam headlights while traveling.
- 12:27 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction as of 12:36 PM on Sunday, March 22nd. Both eastbound and westbound travel times are at normal durations; however, heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 12:27 PMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction as of 12:36 PM on Sunday, March 22nd. Both eastbound and westbound travel times are at normal durations; however, heavy fog is currently causing reduced visibility across the bridge.
- 12:12 PMFog advisory
Traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction. While travel times are standard, heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in significantly reduced visibility.
- 11:57 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups in either direction and travel times are normal for Sunday afternoon. Heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility for drivers.
- 11:42 AMFog advisory
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the bridge in either direction. However, motorists should be aware of reduced visibility due to heavy fog across the span. Drive with caution and maintain a safe following distance.
- 11:42 AMFog advisory
As of 11:51 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Traffic is flowing at normal travel times; however, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span.
- 11:27 AMFog advisory
As of 11:36 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While traffic flow is normal, visibility is significantly reduced due to heavy fog. Use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 11:12 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times remain normal. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Use caution and keep headlights on low beam while traveling.
- 10:57 AMFog advisory
As of Sunday, March 22nd, at 11:06 a.m., traffic is moving normally with no backups in either direction on the Bay Bridge. While travel times are currently standard, heavy fog is present on the bridge, resulting in reduced visibility for those traveling across the span.
- 10:42 AMFog advisory
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is flowing at normal speeds. However, heavy fog is causing reduced visibility across the span. Travelers should use caution by keeping headlights on low beam and maintaining a safe following distance between vehicles.
- 9:42 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and travel times are normal. If you are planning to travel later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 8:42 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups in either direction at the Bay Bridge, and traffic is moving at normal speeds as of Sunday morning. For those traveling today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m.
- 7:42 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For those planning travel throughout the weekend, the lightest traffic volumes typically occur before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Fridays and Sundays. On Saturdays, the best times to travel are before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 6:47 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups on or approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. For the remainder of the weekend, the best times to travel are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m. on Sundays. For future planning, optimal travel windows on Fridays are before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., while Saturdays are best before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 5:47 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Flow is moving at normal durations for both eastbound and westbound travel. For those planning trips later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 5:47 AMAll clear
Traffic is currently clear with no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. Flow is moving at normal durations for both eastbound and westbound travel. For those planning trips later today, the best times to cross are before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
- 3:47 AMAll clear
There are currently no backups approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction, and traffic flow is normal. For the best travel conditions today, plan to cross before 10 a.m. or after 10 p.m. General weekend recommendations for light traffic include Friday before 10 a.m. and after 10 p.m., and Saturday before 7 a.m. and after 5 p.m.
- 3:32 AMIssue reported
As of 3:41 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While the left lane is currently closed westbound to transition away from two-way traffic, flow remains normal and unaffected.
- 3:32 AMIssue reported
As of 3:41 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups or delays approaching the Bay Bridge in either direction. While the left lane is currently closed westbound to transition away from two-way traffic, flow remains normal and unaffected.
- 3:17 AMIssue reported
As of 3:26 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Both eastbound and westbound traffic is flowing at normal speeds. The two left lanes remain closed to accommodate the discontinuation of two-way traffic.
- 3:17 AMConstruction
As of 3:26 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are currently no backups or delays in either direction on the Bay Bridge. Both eastbound and westbound traffic is flowing at normal speeds. The two left lanes remain closed to accommodate the discontinuation of two-way traffic.
- 3:02 AMIssue reported
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge. As of 3:11 PM on Sunday, March 22nd, traffic is moving at normal speeds in both directions. The bridge is operating with three lanes open eastbound and one lane open westbound, as the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for use as a buffer.
- 2:47 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, with travel times remaining normal in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. Traffic is currently restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound.
- 2:47 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, with travel times remaining normal in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. Traffic is currently restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound.
- 2:32 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. Two-way traffic is in effect on the westbound bridge, with one lane open for each direction.
- 2:32 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the Bay Bridge, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. Two-way traffic is in effect on the westbound bridge, with one lane open for each direction.
- 2:17 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays reported on or approaching the bridge. Because the eastbound bridge is closed for roadwork, all traffic is being diverted to the westbound span. This has resulted in a two-way configuration with one lane open for eastbound travel and one lane open for westbound travel. Additionally, the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed to serve as a buffer.
- 2:02 AMConstruction
As of 2:11 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge, and traffic is flowing normally. Due to road work, the eastbound bridge is closed. All traffic is being diverted to the westbound bridge, which is currently operating with one lane open in each direction and the center lane closed as a buffer.
- 1:47 AMConstruction
As of 1:56 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd, there are no backups or delays, and traffic is moving at normal speeds. The eastbound bridge is currently closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. All travel is restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound.
- 1:32 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays. Traffic is moving at normal speeds in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and all traffic is being diverted to the westbound bridge. The westbound bridge is operating with one lane open for eastbound travel and one lane open for westbound travel, with the center lane closed as a buffer.
- 1:32 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays. Traffic is moving at normal speeds in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and all traffic is being diverted to the westbound bridge. The westbound bridge is operating with one lane open for eastbound travel and one lane open for westbound travel, with the center lane closed as a buffer.
- 1:17 AMConstruction
No backups or delays are currently reported on or approaching the Bay Bridge. Traffic flow is normal in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed as a buffer. Currently, traffic is restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound on the westbound span.
- 1:17 AMConstruction
No backups or delays are currently reported on or approaching the Bay Bridge. Traffic flow is normal in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed as a buffer. Currently, traffic is restricted to one lane eastbound and one lane westbound on the westbound span.
- 1:02 AMConstruction
Traffic is moving normally with no backups or delays reported as of 1:11 a.m. on Sunday, March 22nd. The eastbound bridge is currently closed for roadwork, shifting all travel to the westbound bridge. Traffic is restricted to one lane in each direction, with the center lane of the westbound bridge closed to serve as a buffer.
- 12:47 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays reported for the Bay Bridge as of Sunday, March 22nd at 12:56 a.m. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane on the westbound bridge is closed for a buffer. The bridge is operating with one lane open in each direction, and travel times remain normal.
- 12:32 AMConstruction
There are currently no backups or delays on or approaching the bridge. Traffic is flowing at normal speeds in both directions. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and the center lane of the westbound bridge is closed as a buffer. As a result, traffic is operating in a two-way configuration on the westbound bridge with one lane open in each direction.
- 12:17 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays. As of 12:26 a.m. on Sunday, March 22, travel times remain normal. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and traffic is being diverted to the westbound bridge. Currently, the bridge is operating with one lane open in each direction and the center lane on the westbound bridge closed for use as a buffer.
- 12:02 AMConstruction
Traffic is currently clear with no backups or delays. The eastbound bridge is closed for road work, and travel is restricted to one lane in each direction using the westbound bridge. The center lane on the westbound bridge is closed as a buffer. Travel times are currently normal.