Cancún, Quintana Roo — The long-awaited Nichupté Bridge in Cancún is nearly complete and is scheduled to open to traffic in March, state officials announced. The 11.2-kilometer structure, which crosses the Nichupté Lagoon, will connect the Hotel Zone with the city and is expected to benefit over 1.3 million people by improving traffic flow.
Originally slated for an early 2026 inauguration, the project faced delays due to weather and other setbacks. Authorities now say only minor finishing touches, such as signage and painting, remain before the bridge is ready for use. Governor Mara Lezama or the municipal president are expected to provide further updates soon.
The bridge will be free to use, with no tolls or booths, as its primary goal is to alleviate daily congestion between tourists and workers commuting to the Hotel Zone. It will be one of the longest bridges in Latin America.
Bridge Features
- Three traffic lanes, including one reversible lane
- Two 2.4-kilometer interchanges: one at Luis Donaldo Colosio Boulevard and another at Kukulcán Boulevard
- A 103-meter metal arch bridge
- A dedicated bike lane
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