Know before you go. Know on the go. Have a backup plan.
While we can’t promise a congestion free commute, we will deliver information to help drivers make smart commute choices about getting around during this big construction season.
Know before you go
Check current traffic - Our Seattle area traffic page delivers real-time traffic information using in-road sensors. The colors show how traffic is moving: stop-and-go, slow or free-flowing. The Web cameras allow you to see the situation for yourself.
Get real-time travel times - the answers to the question, “How long will it take me to get there today?” Our in-road traffic sensors translate traffic into travel times. This allows you to budget your travel time accurately to get to that doctor’s appointment on time.
Find out where lane closures are - We catalog every single lane closure on every single road everywhere in the state by date and time each week. It’s broken down by county.
Stay informed e-mail updates - Sign up to get upcoming closure data delivered to your inbox. You choose the route you want and we deliver short, succinct, pertinent information.
Know on the go
Listen to the radio - WSDOT is in constant contact with radio traffic reporters to deliver real-time traffic information to drivers on the road.
Overhead message boards - These overhead signs let you know which lanes are closed, whether there is a collision ahead and how long it will take you to get from Point A to Point B. They will also spell out alternate routes. These signs are updated frequently.
Highway advisory radio When you tune your car radio to the AM station listed on the sign, you will get information about collisions, lane closures and delay estimates.
Small screen technology - We deliver a small version of our traffic map right to hand-held communications devices so passengers can paint a picture of traffic to drivers.
In-vehicle data - Private companies deliver WSDOT traffic information to in-vehicle devices to help drivers plan their route as they go.
Have a backup plan
Re-invent your commute, carpool, vanpool and use the HOV lanes to bypass traffic.
Van and Carpool resources
Find a carpool or form your own at RideshareOnline or visit the WSDOT ridershare information page.
Vanshare resources
Vanshare bridges the gap between your home and public transportation or public transportation and the office. Vanshare provides a group of three or more people with a van to park at home to take to a public transportation hub or to park at a Park & Ride lot to take to the office.