GWB Cameras: Live George Washington Bridge Traffic
Monitor the George Washington Bridge (GWB) — the world's busiest motor vehicle bridge carrying approximately 275,000-300,000 vehicles daily. Double-decked I-95 suspension bridge connecting Fort Lee, NJ to Washington Heights in Manhattan. Track upper-level and lower-level traffic, approach backups at Fort Lee toll plaza, and Trans-Manhattan Expressway merge zones on TrafficVision.Live.
VIEW GWB CAMERAS →The George Washington Bridge (GWB) is the world's busiest motor vehicle bridge per Wikipedia's GWB entry — carrying over 104 million vehicles in 2019 with daily traffic between 275,000 and 300,000 vehicles. The double-decked suspension bridge spans the Hudson River, connecting Fort Lee in Bergen County, New Jersey with the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan. The GWB carries I-95 and US 1/9 between NJ and NY per PANYNJ. I-80, US 9W, NJ Route 4, and the NJ Turnpike all feed the bridge via I-95, US 1/9, or US-46. The upper level opened October 25, 1931; the lower level was added August 29, 1962. Operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the bridge collects tolls eastbound only (Manhattan-bound).
GWB Coverage
Upper Level (8 lanes)
I-95 Express
Upper level is the primary through route for I-95. Eastbound AM peak 6-10 AM; westbound PM peak 3-7 PM.
Lower Level (6 lanes)
Local + truck traffic
Lower level carries local traffic plus many commercial vehicles. Opened 1962.
Fort Lee Toll Plaza (Eastbound)
NJ-side toll collection
All-electronic tolling — E-ZPass or Tolls by Mail. No cash.
Trans-Manhattan Expressway (I-95 east)
NYC-side approach
I-95 continues as the Trans-Manhattan Expressway / Cross Bronx Expressway after the GWB.
Palisades Parkway / US-9W
NJ north approach
Palisades Interstate Parkway and US-9W feed the bridge from northern NJ.
PA Bus Terminal
Inter-city bus hub
GWB Bus Terminal at 178th Street Manhattan — served by NJ Transit, PA commuter buses.
When to Check GWB Cameras
Peak GWB Traffic Windows
- Weekday AM (eastbound to NYC) — 6:00-10:00 AM — Bergen/Rockland County commuter peak
- Weekday PM (westbound to NJ) — 3:00-7:00 PM — NYC worker return; upper level worst
- Bergen County retail peak — Saturday midday — Westfield Garden State Plaza, Riverside Square tourists
- MetLife Stadium events — Giants, Jets, concerts — see MetLife Stadium World Cup guide
- NYC major events — Marathon, Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, NYE — see Macy's Parade guide, NYC Marathon guide
- 2026 FIFA World Cup — MetLife Stadium matches — see MetLife World Cup guide
- Construction / maintenance — Overnight lane closures frequent — check before late-night travel
- Storm events — Snow, hurricanes, ice can trigger closures
View Live GWB Cameras
Check GWB upper and lower level traffic, Fort Lee toll plaza, and Trans-Manhattan Expressway — free, 24/7, no sign-up.
VIEW GWB CAMERAS →Pro Tip: Upper vs. Lower Level, Ferries, and Alternate Crossings
The GWB is double-decked for a reason — capacity. Strategy:
- Upper level (8 lanes) — I-95 through-traffic. Typically faster when flowing, but no middle exits.
- Lower level (6 lanes) — more local access but slower and carries trucks.
- PANYNJ alerts — real-time lane closures at panynj.gov
Alternate NY-NJ Hudson crossings when GWB is backed up:
- Lincoln Tunnel (14 miles south) — direct to Midtown Manhattan
- Holland Tunnel (16 miles south) — direct to Lower Manhattan
- Tappan Zee / Mario Cuomo Bridge (15 miles north) — I-87 / NYS Thruway
- NJ Transit bus to PA Bus Terminal — congestion-free option from NJ
- NY Waterway Ferry — Edgewater, Weehawken, Hoboken to various Manhattan piers
Use TrafficVision cameras on all options before committing during peak hours.
For NY/NJ travelers, see our New York City traffic cameras guide, New Jersey traffic cameras guide, Newark EWR airport guide, JFK airport guide, LaGuardia LGA airport guide, I-95 corridor guide, I-78 corridor guide, MetLife Stadium World Cup guide, and Jersey Shore guide.
Track GWB Traffic
Browse live PANYNJ, 511NY, and 511NJ camera feeds covering every GWB approach.
VIEW GWB CAMERAS →How many vehicles cross the George Washington Bridge daily?
Is the GWB double-decked?
Yes. The upper level (8 lanes) opened October 25, 1931, and the lower level (6 lanes) was added August 29, 1962 — bringing total capacity to 14 lanes across 2 decks. Upper level handles through-traffic; lower level handles local traffic and commercial vehicles.
What is the GWB toll?
GWB tolls are collected eastbound only (Manhattan-bound) by the Port Authority of NY/NJ. Westbound is free. Current rates and all-electronic tolling details are at panynj.gov. Payment is via E-ZPass or Tolls by Mail — no cash accepted.
What highways connect to the GWB?
The GWB carries I-95 and US 1/9. Additionally, I-80, US 9W, NJ Route 4, the NJ Turnpike, and US-46 all feed the bridge via those routes per Wikipedia. On the NY side, I-95 continues as the Trans-Manhattan Expressway and then the Cross Bronx Expressway.
Are GWB cameras free to view?
What's the best alternate crossing when GWB is backed up?
Lincoln Tunnel (14 miles south, to Midtown) is typically the best alternate for Manhattan-bound drivers. Holland Tunnel (16 miles south) serves Lower Manhattan. Tappan Zee / Mario Cuomo Bridge (15 miles north via I-87) serves Westchester and points north. For downtown Jersey City commute, NY Waterway Ferry provides a car-free alternative.
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