British Columbians heading south in their vehicles this long weekend are advised to pack one extra thing: patience.
Long border lines started early in the Lower Mainland, with waits at the Peace Arch border crossing of up to two hours. As of 9:30 a.m., traffic was backed up past 8th Avenue, with all U.S. booths open. The Nexus line was also “heavily backed up.”
The Pacific Highway truck crossing also had a two hour wait.
Drivers at Aldergrove and Sumas are facing waits of 90 minutes or more heading south.
Making matters worse, gas prices reached 151.9 a litre in Vancouver Friday morning.
But there’s good news for travelers heading north. Waits are only 20 minutes heading into Canada at all crossings.
Ferries are also expected to be extra busy this weekend.
As of 9:45 a.m., the 10:00 a.m. sailing from Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay is 100% full. Next sailing at 11:00 a.m. is currently 45% full. Travelers are advised to check www.bcferries.com for updates.
A Global News viewer sent us the following photo showing the walk-on line-up at the Tsawwassen ferry terminal around 11:20 a.m. Friday:
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