Mario Cuomo Bridge Live Cam: Real-Time Tappan Zee I-87 and I-287 Traffic
Stay ahead of the Hudson Valley commute with live Tappan Zee Bridge live cam coverage from the New York State Thruway Authority. From Tarrytown to Nyack across I-87 and I-287, get instant visibility into rush-hour queues, weather closures, and incidents on the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge 24/7.
VIEW MARIO CUOMO BRIDGE CAMERAS →The Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, still known to most drivers as the Tappan Zee, is the primary I-87 and I-287 crossing of the Hudson River north of New York City, linking Tarrytown in Westchester County to South Nyack in Rockland County. The twin cable-stayed spans replaced the 62-year-old original Tappan Zee Bridge, with the westbound span opening in 2017 and the eastbound span opening in September 2018. The bridge was renamed for the late Governor Mario Cuomo after Governor Andrew Cuomo signed naming legislation on June 29, 2017, though the Tappan Zee branding remains the colloquial standard.
TrafficVision.Live aggregates the New York State Thruway Authority feeds covering the bridge, the Westchester approach, and the Rockland connections, giving you a single view of one of the busiest Hudson crossings. Whether you are heading into White Plains on I-287 or routing north on I-87, our live street cameras let you decide before you commit to a span.
Westbound (Tarrytown to Nyack)
The Rockland-bound span carries I-87 and I-287 west toward the New York State Thruway mainline. Monitor the Tarrytown approach near Exit 9, the main span, and the South Nyack landing.
Eastbound (Nyack to Tarrytown)
The Westchester-bound span funnels Rockland commuters into I-287 toward White Plains and I-87 south toward the Cross County Parkway. Heavy weekday morning volume from Rockland County.
I-287 Westchester Approach
The Cross Westchester Expressway feeds Tarrytown from the east. Watch for backups extending from the toll gantry through Elmsford and the I-87 / I-287 interchange.
I-87 Rockland Connections
The NYS Thruway mainline north of the bridge connects to the Palisades Interstate Parkway and Route 59. Key choke point for traffic heading toward Albany and the Catskills.
Twin Cable-Stayed Spans
Dedicated views of both the westbound (2017) and eastbound (2018) spans plus the Tarrytown and South Nyack landings.
Shared-Use Path Awareness
The 3.6-mile bicycle and pedestrian path runs alongside the eastbound span, open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. weather permitting.
Wind and Weather Visibility
Hudson crossing winds can trigger high-profile vehicle restrictions. Spot conditions before you commit to the span.
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Strategic Mobility at the Hudson Crossing
The Mario Cuomo Bridge carries more than 50 million vehicles per year, which works out to roughly 137,000 vehicles per day, putting it among the heaviest-trafficked Hudson River crossings outside the Port Authority network. The new twin spans were engineered for the volume the original 1955 bridge could not handle. The replacement project was driven by the original Tappan Zee reaching 140,000 vehicles per day by 2011, well beyond its design capacity.
The bridge operates as a cashless tolling facility, with no cash collected at the gantry. As of 2026, NY E-ZPass passenger car drivers pay $5.75, out-of-state E-ZPass drivers pay $7.00, and Tolls By Mail drivers pay $9.00. Rockland and Westchester residents on the Resident Plan pay a discounted rate, and frequent commuters on the bridge commuter plan pay even less per trip.
Crossing delays during peak hours can routinely exceed 20 minutes when an incident blocks a lane. Research suggests that live traffic camera feeds can reduce secondary accident rates by up to 30 percent. By spotting a queue early, you can use our route builder to swap onto the George Washington Bridge south or the Bear Mountain Bridge to the north before you commit to the span.
Plan Your Hudson Crossing
Avoid the morning eastbound queue at Tarrytown or a Friday evening westbound backup. Use our interactive map to see every camera along your route from Rockland into Westchester and beyond.
OPEN INTERACTIVE MAP →Peak Patterns and Closure Risks
Peak commuter flow runs eastbound into Westchester during morning hours (6:30 AM to 9:00 AM) as Rockland residents head toward White Plains, Stamford, and Manhattan via the Cross Westchester Expressway. The reverse flow dominates from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons spike with leisure traffic heading to and from the Catskills and the Hudson Valley.
The shared-use bicycle and pedestrian path on the eastbound span opened on June 15, 2020, running 3.6 miles between the Tarrytown and South Nyack landings. It is one of the longest shared bicycle and pedestrian paths in the country and operates daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. except in severe weather or during maintenance.
Pro Tip: Watch the Westchester Approach
The biggest eastbound queues form not on the span itself but on the I-287 approach through Elmsford and Tarrytown. If you see the approach backing up on our cameras, the Bear Mountain Bridge upstate is a slower but often more reliable alternative for non-commercial traffic heading into northern Westchester.
Why Choose TrafficVision.Live for the Mario Cuomo Bridge?
TrafficVision.Live offers the most intuitive way to monitor the New York State network, with sister guides on the George Washington Bridge downstream and the White Plains corridor on the Westchester side. With 140,000+ cameras worldwide and a focus on US transit hubs, we provide the ground-truth data you need for a smarter drive.
- Road Search: Type any interstate (I-87, I-287) or local route to find cameras along that corridor instantly.
- Custom Favorites: Bookmark the Tarrytown approach, South Nyack landing, or main span for one-click access.
- Mobile Optimized: Check road conditions from your phone safely before you set off.
Why is the Mario Cuomo Bridge still called the Tappan Zee?
The original Tappan Zee Bridge opened in 1955 and carried the I-87 and I-287 crossing for 62 years. The current twin cable-stayed bridge replaced it in two phases, with the westbound span opening in 2017 and the eastbound span opening in September 2018. Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on June 29, 2017 naming the new bridge after his late father, former Governor Mario Cuomo. Local drivers and media still widely refer to it as the Tappan Zee.
How much is the toll on the Mario Cuomo Bridge in 2026?
The bridge is cashless. As of the 2026 incentive toll schedule, NY E-ZPass passenger car drivers pay $5.75, out-of-state E-ZPass drivers pay $7.00, and drivers without E-ZPass are billed $9.00 via Tolls By Mail. Discounted Resident and Commuter plans are available for eligible Rockland and Westchester users through the New York State Thruway Authority.
Can I bike or walk across the Mario Cuomo Bridge?
Yes. The 3.6-mile shared-use path on the eastbound span opened on June 15, 2020 and runs between the Tarrytown landing in Westchester and the South Nyack landing in Rockland. The path is 12 feet wide, includes six scenic overlooks, and is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., closing for severe weather, maintenance, or security concerns.
What are the alternatives to the Mario Cuomo Bridge?
For traffic heading into New York City, the George Washington Bridge on I-95 is the primary downstream alternative. For traffic heading upstate or into Putnam and northern Westchester counties, the Bear Mountain Bridge on Route 6/202 is the closest upstream option. The Newburgh-Beacon Bridge on I-84 is a further alternative for long-distance traffic.
Does the Mario Cuomo Bridge close in high winds?
The New York State Thruway Authority does not impose a blanket wind closure on the bridge the way some older suspension bridges do, because the cable-stayed design is more wind-tolerant. However, high-profile vehicle restrictions and lane closures can be imposed in severe weather. Check our live cameras before crossing in storms.
Is there a cost to use the TrafficVision.Live platform?
No. TrafficVision.Live is a 100 percent free service providing access to official public traffic feeds across New York and over 130 countries worldwide.
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