Hidalgo / Pharr Bridges Border Crossing Wait Times & FAQ’s
The Mexican city of Reynosa has bridges connecting it to the US cities of Pharr and Hidalgo in Texas. Commercial vehicles are not allowed to cross at the Hidalgo port of entry, also known as the McAllen–Hidalgo–Reynosa International Bridge. The Pharr crossing uses the Pharr–Reynosa International Bridge. The Hidalgo border crossing into the US usually takes much longer than passing south into Mexico.
Please note during the COVID-19 situation some of the FAQ info below might be subject to change. Please let us know of any corrections required. Live and average Hidalgo and Pharr Bridge wait times below remain accurate and are sourced from the US Customs & Border Patrol.
Pedestrians can cross the bridge from Hidalgo and from Pharr. Typically, more pedestrians cross the Hidalgo crossing rather than the Pharr crossing.
The toll for crossing from Pharr is $3.50 for passenger vehicles and is charged per axle for commercial vehicles, starting at $11.25.
For the Hidalgo bridge, the toll is $1 for pedestrians, $3.50 for passenger vehicles and is charged per axle for commercial vehicles starting at $7.
Hidalgo border crossing is open 24 hours a day. The average wait time is around 20 minutes. The SENTRI gate generally has a wait time of under 5 minutes, except at rush hours when it peaks at approximately 10 minutes.
The Pharr border crossing is open from 6 am to midnight. The wait is usually very short except for early in the morning when it can reach 30 minutes.
Near the Hidalgo bridge, there is a duty-free store just down the road by 1040 South International Blvd. It’s open Monday - Saturday 8.30 am - 9 pm Monday to Saturday and Sundays 9.30 am - 8 pm.
Near the Pharr bridge, there is a store on 9906 South Cage. The opening times for this store are; Monday - Saturday 9.30 am to 7 pm, and on Sundays, it’s 11 am to 6 pm.
To make a border crossing it is necessary to show proper ID. This ID has to meet WHTI requirements. This basically means it should be one of the following forms of identification:
• A valid US passport
• A PASS card
• A NEXUS, SENTRI or FAST trusted traveller card
• Enhanced state-issued driver’s license
• Enhanced Tribal ID Card
• US Military ID with travel papers.
Hidalgo / Pharr bridges wait time data from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Times may take a few seconds to load…
Hidalgo Reynosa International Bridge Wait Times
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Pharr Reynosa International Bridge Wait Times
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