Tacony Palmyra Bridge

It is excellent in terms of keeping people out of the river. It would be better if there were more lanes, it didn’t go up periodically, or was cheaper. But think about it: how many things today so reliably deliver on their promises? This is a very good, sturdy, and reliable bridge. I’d give it 4.5 stars if that was possible.

This bridge costs $ 3 for EZ PASS customers and $ 4 for customers paying with cash. As I’ve suggested before in my other reviews, getting EZ PASS is a must when you’re a frequent road trip traveller. This bridge does not extend very far (it’s super short); it’s a cute bridge, in my opinion!

It’s a bridge. Lol. Unilocal suggested I write a review. Only $ 2.00 to cross the bridge. Just don’t get stuck in the traffic while the bridge opens. You will find it very accessible to northeast Philly.

Besides the annoying bridge openings every once in a while, this is a TWO DOLLAR BRIDGE. When I drive into Jersey to shop or visit family, I always take this bridge back. Sure, it might be 5 minutes out of my way, but I’m saving three dollars! Even though I probably lose that much in gas… oh well. Two dollar bridge. TWO DOLLAR BRIDGE.

Tonight on the bridge is construction work. Is just one lane of traffic going either way and you have to go really really slow.

The bridge is only two bucks but if you ride your bike over it which is the scariest thing ever it’s free. I don’t really suggest riding your bike over it it’s kind of dangerous and probably forbidden.
However if you were to go to the Betsy Ross you would have to drive if you go to the bank Franklin Bridge you can walk or ride and that is an excellent bridge to ride your bike over or walk.
If you’re really interested about these bridges I have a lot more information so please let me know if you have any questions goodbye.

Good bridge. Sturdy bridge. Cheap bridge. Prone to opening on occasion (grrrr!). Other than that… I’m a fan so long as it gets me from one side to the other.

Four stars for convenience, location and character. For comparison, the Ben would get 5, Betsy Ross 2, the Brooklyn a solid 5.
Remember when this bridge was four lanes? With no jersey barrier in the middle; that was scary.
The best part? Humming in advance of the steel decking to see if you can nail the sound it makes, the inner glow you get on the off chance you get it right.

My to go bridge to get to the great northeast. And if I’m feeling cheap ill take this to get to center city as well and jump on I-​95 South. A lil awkward getting to the highway from the bridge but its great if you wanna save 3 bucks from the Ben Franklin or Betsy Ross.
I would suggest subscribing to their text alerts if you take it often so you are aware of the bridge openings. They can be quite a pain especially if you need to get where you need to go.

Bridges. Beats swimming across…

This bridge is both fun and annoying.
It’s fun because the bridge actually has some character compared the Walt Whitman Bridge or the Ben Franklin Bridge. It’s a drawbridge and it’s amazing to hear the openings on the radio traffic report. They know when rush hour is. Why do the ships need to use the river at that time? Uggggh, that’s annoying, and so is the metal decking, especially when it’s rained or snowed but that’s life on the river. I don’t really care for the cobblestones in Olde City, either.
The best thing about the bridge is that it’s a quick way to Cherry Hill Mall in New Jersey. You continue down route 73 to route 644, which ends up being Haddonfield Road later. If you live in the Northeast Philly or Bucks County, it’s a lot easier than going to the Walt Whitman and taking route 38 to the mall.
You know what’s funny? I was out in the middle of nowhere on PA route 73 – like 40 miles from the bridge – and what did I see but a sign for the Tacony-​Palmyra Bridge!!! I was thinking that it was a bit early.

Not worth the two bucks!
The location in the Jersey side is so gross and actually scary with the rent by the hour motel rooms (ew). It just is gross. It drops off at a rather convenient spot in Philly but that means you actually have to cross the bridge. There is ONE road so if you have a bad Jersey driver in front of you doing 5 MPH, call work and let them know you’ll be late. There is a metal section to drive on that opens up for bridge openings and it makes a horrible noise when you drive over it. Very unsettling.

Call me crazy, but i LIKE the Tacony bridge. Yes, it’s small, and yes, the bridge has openings for over-​sized boats, but knowing your way to and from the Tacony bridge can prove very powerful in avoiding traffic.
I can’t tell you how many times my knowledge of the backroads to get to this bridge has saved me from hours in 95 traffic.
Scoff at it’s size and age, but it has saved me countless times in my commutes between South Jersey and the Philly region.

The old adage «you get what you pay for» is alive and well on the Tacony Palmyra Bridge.
The $ 2 bridge takes you from a seedy spot in Philly to probably the seediest spot in Dirty Jersey, conveniently close to a large flea market & a few pay-​by-​the-​hour hotels.
I swear they purposely plan their bridge openings for rush hour too. The metal grate section in the middle of the bridge that opens for these random barges is terrifying. I say a little Hail Mary & close my eyes every time I have to drive over it,
If you feel as though your self-​respect & safety is worth more than $ 2, cross another bridge.