Good Caring Canada brings you real-time camera views of traffic at the Detroit-Windsor Tunnel—a vital international link between downtown Windsor, Ontario and Detroit, Michigan.
⬇️ Scroll down to view live feeds from both directions of the crossing, including inspection plazas and bridge approaches.
Whether heading into Canada or the United States, these views offer a helpful snapshot of current queue lengths and lane activity—ideal for timing your crossing or comparing wait times with nearby border points.
Live camera feeds may occasionally be unavailable due to technical interruptions or scheduled maintenance. In such cases, readers are encouraged to refresh the page or return later for updated views.
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Detroit-Windsor Tunnel toward USA
This camera captures the view from Windsor, Ontario, looking toward the entrance to U.S. Customs in downtown Detroit. The image shows the approach lane marked with cones and bollards, guiding vehicles toward the inspection area ahead. Buildings and traffic lights are visible in the distance, offering a real-time look at entry conditions for travelers heading into the United States.
Detroit-Windsor Tunnel toward Canada
This live view shows the Windsor Customs Plaza as vehicles exit the tunnel from Detroit and prepare to enter Canada. Multiple inspection booths are visible along with directional signage, bollards, and lane dividers. The feed provides a clear picture of the traffic situation at the Canadian entry point, helpful for estimating wait times and understanding plaza congestion.
Important Information
The Detroit-Windsor Tunnel is one of the busiest non-commercial crossings between the United States and Canada, connecting downtown Detroit, Michigan, with Windsor, Ontario. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the tunnel handles mostly passenger vehicles and small commercial traffic, as its 13-foot, 2-inch ceiling height prohibits large trucks. Both the U.S. and Canadian sides feature toll and customs inspection plazas, including designated NEXUS lanes for trusted travelers, though these lanes do not operate around the clock.
Travel through the tunnel typically takes about 8 to 10 minutes in light traffic, but delays can be significantly longer during peak periods or due to roadway issues. While the nearby Ambassador Bridge may offer quicker access to major highways, the tunnel is favored for direct entry into the downtown cores of Detroit and Windsor. It is not accessible to pedestrians, bicycles, or motorcycles.
On the Canadian side, a duty-free store is located at 465 Goyeau Street in Windsor and operates daily year-round. Commercial vehicle services are available Monday through Friday with limited hours. Annual maintenance or safety drills, such as April’s emergency preparedness exercises, may temporarily close the tunnel and divert traffic.
For real-time traffic updates, travelers can tune into AM 760 WJR or call 1-800-381-8477 for Michigan road conditions. Questions about border services can be directed to the U.S. Customs office at (313) 393-3793 or to the Canadian Border Information Service. Additional operational details, including toll information and NEXUS hours, are available through the tunnel operator at (313) 567-4422 or (519) 258-7424.
