How can I check Foyle Bridge restrictions in Derry, and what is the alternative crossing?
Check the live TrafficWatchNI roadworks and incidents service before using the Foyle Bridge in Derry. If the Foyle Bridge is restricted, Craigavon Bridge is the main alternative River Foyle road crossing through the city, but the actual diversion depends on the closure location.
Local car park, route and access details
For drivers approaching Derry on the A2 or A6, diverting across Craigavon Bridge may involve city-centre routes such as the Foyle Embankment, Foyle Road, Duke Street or Spencer Road depending on the direction of travel. TrafficWatchNI sometimes publishes specific numbered-road diversions for temporary works; those instructions should take precedence over a generic route suggestion. A bridge that is open to cars may also have lane restrictions or delays.
What to check before travelling
This is not a claim that the Foyle Bridge is currently closed. Check live information on the day, follow the signed diversion and give yourself time if travelling to the Waterside, Cityside or Derry Airport. Avoid simply routing through a residential side street to bypass an official closure.
