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Best Times to Travel

 

Travel off-peak when crossing from shore to shore. The best times to cross the Bay Bridge on weekends include:

  • Friday
    • Eastbound before 10 a.m. & after 9 p.m.
    • Westbound before 10 a.m. & after 8 p.m.
  • Saturday
    • Eastbound before 7 a.m. & after 6 p.m.
    • Westbound before 9 a.m. & after 7 p.m.
  • Sunday
    • Eastbound before 10 a.m. & after 7 p.m.
    • Westbound before 11 a.m. & after 10 p.m.

Avoid distractions, maintain a safe following distance and follow posted speed limits. Motorists should stay on US 50 on both sides of the bridge to keep local roadways open for first responders and residents.

For 24/7 Bay Bridge traffic information call 1-877-BAYSPAN (1-877-229-7726) or visit Baybridge.com to view real-time traffic cameras. For real-time updates on major incidents follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/TheMDTA or view the feed from our homepage at https://mdta.maryland.gov/.

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Capital Committee Meeting - December 3, 2024

9 AM

Livestream

This public meeting is livestreamed and archived on the Capital Committee Meeting Homepage. The Capital Committee Meeting homepage also provides access to the virtual meeting, schedule, agenda, materials and minutes.

CHESAPEAKE BAY CROSSING STUDY TIER 2 NEPA OPEN HOUSES

6 PM

Virtual Open House

Chesapeake Bay Crossing Study Tier 2 NEPA - Open Houses Dec.4, 9, and 11

On December 4, 9, and 11, 2024, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) will host Open Houses for the Chesapeake Bay Crossing Study: Tier 2 NEPA (Tier 2 Study). 

Virtual Open House
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
(6-8 p.m.)

Follow link to learn more: baycrossingstudy.com

Finance and Administration Committee Meeting - December 5, 2024

9 AM

Livestream

This public meeting is livestreamed and archived on the Finance and Administration Committee Meeting Homepage. The Finance and Administration Committee Meeting homepage also provides access to the virtual meeting, schedule, agenda, materials and minutes.

 
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