The Chesapeake Bay Bridge

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KENT ISLAND, MD– Maryland's Transportation Authority announced the best travel times for drivers crossing the Chesapeake Bay Bridge during the July Fourth travel period.

The following times are recommended for eastbound drivers:

  • Wednesday before 10 a.m. or after 8 p.m.
  • Thursday before 7 a.m. or after 8 p.m.
  • Friday before 7 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
  • Saturday before 8 a.m. or after 4 p.m. 
  • Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
  • Monday before 12 p.m. or after 7 p.m.

The following times are recommended for westbound drivers:

  • Wednesday before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
  • Thursday before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m. 
  • Friday before 10 a.m. or after 6 p.m.
  • Saturday before 9 a.m. or after 6 p.m. 
  • Sunday before 9 a.m. or after 10 p.m. 
  • Monday before 6 a.m. or after 4 p.m.

Those traveling the bridge outside of recommended times should expect significant delays, according to MDTA.

For live Chesapeake Bay Bridge traffic updates, call 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726) or visit baybridge.com. 

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