Both a tourist attraction and a travel convenience, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel connects the Virginia mainland at Virginia Beach near Norfolk with Virginia's Eastern Shore. This 17.6 mile toll facility is an award-winning engineering marvel and is considered one of the seven man-made wonders of the world. A scenic overlook provides an opportunity to stretch your legs and enjoy the natural beauty, sights and sounds of the Chesapeake Bay as well as provides a great vantage point for camera buffs. To enhance your driving experience, visit cbbt.com and download the iPod driving tour to learn more about this MARVELous facility.
Construction of a parallel tunnel at Thimble Shoal Channel is underway and tunnel completion is anticipated in 2024.
Direct crossing time is approximately 25 minutes.
Bus parking is available at the north and south toll plaza. Restrooms. Vending.
A small gift shop is located within the North Toll Plaza Rest Area/Welcome Center on Virginia's Eastern Shore.
This toll facility accepts cash, credit cards and E-ZPass. Any applicable discounts require the use of E-ZPass. Maximum vehicle height is 13'-6" and recreational vehicles must turn off all propane at the outside valve prior to crossing this facility.