Best ways to cross the Windsor-Detroit border in 2026
Tunnel vs. Ambassador vs. Gordie Howe timing. Commuter notes, not tourist tips.
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1Detroit-Windsor Tunnel
Shortest when uncongested. Truck-restricted, good for commuters.
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2Ambassador Bridge
High volume, delays at shift changes. NEXUS lane helpful.
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3Gordie Howe International Bridge
Newer corridor. Truck traffic will shift here.
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4Windsor-Detroit Bus (Transit Windsor Tunnel Bus)
Cheap, no-car option.
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5NEXUS for frequent crossers
Not a crossing but the single biggest improvement to your commute.
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