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Is NEXUS worth it at International Bridge - SSM?

At International Bridge - SSM, NEXUS saves about ~6m per crossing over the General lane on average — and up to ~9m 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 International Bridge - SSM

NEXUS
6m
saved per crossing, on average
Ready
6m
saved per crossing, on average

Every 10 crossings ≈ 1 h less in line with NEXUS.

Savings by hour

Hour NEXUS Ready
8 AM ~4m ~4m
9 AM ~7m ~7m
10 AM ~8m ~8m
11 AM ~9m ~9m
12 PM ~6m ~6m
1 PM ~7m ~7m
2 PM ~6m ~6m
3 PM ~5m ~5m
4 PM ~5m ~5m
5 PM ~4m ~4m
6 PM ~8m ~8m
7 PM ~5m ~5m
8 PM ~4m ~4m
9 PM ~2m ~2m
10 PM ~2m ~2m

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 International Bridge - SSM?
About ~6m per crossing over the General lane on average, and up to ~9m at the worst hour, based on this crossing's own CBP wait history.
Is NEXUS worth it for me?
If you cross International Bridge - SSM 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.