I-35 Freight Corridor Guide

I-35 runs from Laredo, TX (Mexico border) to Duluth, MN, funneling NAFTA/USMCA cross-border freight into the U.S. heartland. It splits into 35E and 35W through both DFW and the Twin Cities.

Border Crossing (Laredo)

World Trade Bridge (I-35 spur) is the busiest commercial land port in the U.S. Expect long queues; use FAST lane if enrolled. Colombia Solidarity Bridge is a lower-traffic alternate.

Weigh Stations

Encinal TX, Belton TX, Ardmore OK, Guthrie OK, Perry OK, Wichita KS, Beatrice NE, Ames IA, Clear Lake IA, Owatonna MN.

DFW and Austin Congestion

I-35 through Austin and DFW is among the most congested urban interstates in the country. Plan to bypass on I-35E/W splits or SH-130 (toll) around Austin.

Truck Parking

Laredo, Cotulla, Salado TX, Denton, Ardmore OK, Oklahoma City, Emporia KS, Council Bluffs IA, Faribault MN.