Confederation Bridge Traffic Statistics (2019)

The Confederation Bridge links Prince Edward Island to New Brunswick across the Northumberland Strait (12.9 km / 8 mi).

2019 Annual Data

• Average Daily: ~2,500 vehicles
• Average Weekly: ~17,500 vehicles
• Annual Total: ~910,000 vehicles

Peak Periods

• Busiest Day: August 18, 2019 – 4,142 vehicles.
• Busiest Month: August 2019 – 186,000 vehicles.

Traffic is highly seasonal (summer tourism). The bridge is a vital economic lifeline for PEI, enabling just-in-time freight, commuting, and tourism.