A long line of vehicles stretched along the entrance to the Crimean Bridge from the Krasnodar region, with observers noting the growing congestion in live reports. The traffic queue there has become a familiar sight during peak periods, drawing attention from travelers and local officials alike.
At 07:00, the latest local briefing reported that 304 vehicles remained queued from the Taman side. The estimated wait time hovered around an hour, and observers noted no new obstacles on the Kerch side as traffic flowed past the toll area with normal delays.
By the evening of July 14, it was confirmed that the queue entering the Crimean Bridge from Kerch had expanded, reaching as many as 716 vehicles and pushing the anticipated wait beyond two hours. This surge followed the usual pattern of afternoon and early-evening traffic when travelers head toward the peninsula for work, tourism, or daily commitments.
Earlier on July 13, a line of about 620 vehicles formed at the approach from the Krasnodar Territory, again highlighting how daily movement across the bridge is affected by fluctuating traffic volumes and weather or roadwork conditions that might ripple through the corridor.
On July 11, reports noted some relief, with the queue from Krasnodar to the Crimean Bridge reduced to around 85 vehicles. Observers attributed this temporary improvement to spacing adjustments at the checkpoint and smoother toll operations, which helped keep average waiting times lower for a period.
Back on July 10, the situation showed sharper spikes: the line from Krasnodar had grown from 700 to about 1,200 cars within two hours. Drivers faced waits approaching five hours during the peak stretch of the day. By 19:00 Moscow time, roughly 425 cars remained stalled in traffic, and the wait time settled to about two hours as flow gradually resumed along the approach lanes.
In this ongoing sequence of reports, analysts and residents alike observe how queue lengths ebb and flow with daily rhythms, weather, and seasonal travel patterns. The Crimean Bridge corridor continues to serve as a vital link for residents, freight, and visitors, underscoring how essential reliable ingress and egress are for regional connectivity. Observers also stress the importance of clear, timely information for motorists planning trips across the bridge, especially during peak travel windows and holiday periods. The situation is monitored by regional traffic services and is frequently updated through official bulletins and real-time channels. (Source: Crimean bridge: operational information)