© OpenStreetMap · CARTO
Quebec
Maine
Is NEXUS worth it at Jackman?
At Jackman, NEXUS saves about ~8m per crossing over the General lane on average — and up to ~11m at the worst hour. If you cross often, that's roughly 1 h less in line every 10 crossings. Here's the hour-by-hour breakdown, from this crossing's own history.
How much each lane saves at Jackman
NEXUS
8m
saved per crossing, on average
Ready
8m
saved per crossing, on average
Every 10 crossings ≈ 1 h less in line with NEXUS.
Savings by hour
| Hour | NEXUS | Ready |
|---|---|---|
| 8 AM | ~10m | ~10m |
| 9 AM | ~11m | ~11m |
| 10 AM | ~6m | ~6m |
| 11 AM | ~6m | ~6m |
| 12 PM | ~9m | ~9m |
| 1 PM | ~7m | ~7m |
| 2 PM | ~8m | ~8m |
| 3 PM | ~6m | ~6m |
| 4 PM | ~6m | ~6m |
| 5 PM | ~3m | ~3m |
Trusted-lane vs. General average, from this crossing's official CBP hourly statistics (last 16 days). Closed hours don't count.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does NEXUS save at Jackman?
- About ~8m per crossing over the General lane on average, and up to ~11m at the worst hour, based on this crossing's own CBP wait history.
- Is NEXUS worth it for me?
- If you cross Jackman often, yes — every 10 crossings is roughly 1 h less in line. If you cross only occasionally the payoff is smaller; check the live times before you leave.
- How do I get NEXUS?
- NEXUS is issued by CBP through the Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP). It needs an interview appointment and an enrollment fee.