Starr County International
Bridge
Connecting communities. Strengthening trade. Since 1928.
- ●Open 24/7 · Abierto 24 horas
- ●Pedestrian and commercial crossing
- ●TxDOT monitored and secured
A Modern, Efficient Crossing
Built in 1979 to replace the historic suspension bridge, the current structure handles thousands of vehicles and pedestrians daily with modern toll infrastructure and 24-hour operations.
Roma, Texas · Ciudad Miguel Alemán, Tamaulipas · Est. 1928
Open 24/7 · Abierto 24 HorasA Bridge with History
The Roma – Ciudad Miguel Alemán International Bridge spans the Rio Grande between Roma, Texas, and Ciudad Miguel Alemán, Tamaulipas. This vital crossing serves thousands of travelers, commuters, and commercial vehicles every day, fostering economic and cultural ties between both nations.
The bridge was built in 1928 as the Roma Suspension Bridge — a landmark of engineering and cross-border connection. It was taken out of service in 1979 when a new concrete bridge was constructed to accommodate growing cross-border traffic. Today, the bridge operates under the authority of Starr County, Texas, and remains open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
The Roma Suspension Bridge, 1928 — a landmark of the Rio Grande borderlands.
"A bridge between two nations, two cultures, one community."
— Rio Grande, Roma, Texas
What We Offer
Passenger Vehicles
Vehículos de Pasajeros
Fast, efficient processing for cars and personal vehicles crossing between Roma, TX and Ciudad Miguel Alemán.
Commercial Trucks
Camiones Comerciales
Dedicated commercial lanes for trucks of all sizes, supporting cross-border trade and commerce.
Bus Service
Servicio de Autobús
Passenger bus crossings with designated lanes for public and charter transportation services.
Pedestrian Crossing
Cruce Peatonal
Safe, dedicated pedestrian walkway for foot traffic between both cities, available 24 hours.
Vehicle & Commercial Tags
Tags Vehiculares
Electronic toll tags available for frequent crossers. First-time setup fee of $5.00 for vehicles and commercial accounts.
24-Hour Operations
Operación 24 Horas
The bridge operates around the clock, every day of the year, ensuring uninterrupted access for all travelers.
Bridge Toll Rates
Rates are charged per crossing. Vehicle and commercial electronic tags are available for frequent crossers at a first-time setup fee of $5.00.
Cars
Automóviles
Trucks
Camiones
Bus
Autobús
Electronic Tags Available / Tags Electrónicos Disponibles
Vehicle and commercial TAGS are available for a $5.00 first-time fee. Contact the bridge office at (956) 849-1211 for more information.
The People Behind the Bridge
Raul Pena, III
Bridge Overseer · Supervisor del Puente
Responsible for the overall operations and administration of the Starr County International Bridge, ensuring safe and efficient crossings for all travelers.
Alicia C. Chavez
Internal Control · Control Interno
Oversees internal controls, financial compliance, and administrative processes to maintain the highest standards of accountability and transparency.
Bridge Notices & Alerts
Bridge Operating Normally
Puente Operando con Normalidad
All lanes are open and operating at normal capacity. No delays expected.
Scheduled Maintenance — Reduced Lanes
Mantenimiento Programado — Carriles Reducidos
Routine maintenance will reduce commercial lanes to one on weekday mornings (6–9 AM) through March 15. Passenger lanes unaffected.
New Electronic Tag Program Available
Nuevo Programa de Tags Electrónicos Disponible
Frequent crossers can now register for electronic toll tags at the bridge office. First-time fee: $5.00. Speeds up processing significantly.
For urgent inquiries or real-time bridge status, call us directly.
(956) 849-1211Get in Touch
204 West Blvd., Roma, Texas Starr County, TX 78584
Open 24 hours · 7 days a week Abierto 24 horas · 7 días a la semana