Conveniently Connected

Conveniently connected to key trade points of entry.

The City of Pharr is conveniently located as a key point of entry for trade, providing air, sea, and land access to international and domestic markets. At the crossroads of commerce, our city is strategically placed as a hub of opportunity with seamless access to 74 miles of railroad, 12 international ports of entry, 4 maritime ports, and 4 airports, including 2 international, linking us to global destinations.

This strategic location with a strong customer base and direct access to major roadways makes Pharr one of the most attractive logistical points in the region. The Port of Brownsville is approximately 50 miles east of Pharr. It serves South Texas and much of Northeast Mexico. The Port of Corpus Christi, which is the fifth largest port in the United States, is located 150 miles north of Pharr. It handles over 6,000 vessels and over 80 million tons of cargo each year.

Pharr International Bridge

As the third-largest port in Texas for trade with Mexico, and the seventh-largest and fastest-growing land port of entry nationwide, the Pharr International Bridge is a pivotal hub for commerce.

This city isn’t just a location, it’s a strategic choice. The city of Pharr International Bridge is the number one bridge for produce crossings in the nation and a lifeline for industry growth in our community; attracting produce and manufacturing giants like Index Fresh, Bissell, Emerson, and many others. With over 6 new industrial parks underway, thousands of acres of land are still available for industrial development in the city of Pharr.

The Pharr International Bridge is currently expanding its footprint and soon doubling its commercial crossing capacity, facilitating even more trade. Also in the works is the addition of State Highway 365, designed with precision for heavy commercial vehicles. As an investor, this isn’t just an invitation; it’s an opportunity to join us in nurturing a blend of investment and indulgence that’s poised to transform Pharr’s trajectory.

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Pharr International Bridge Active Projects

Bridge Expansion Project

4 Additional Lanes
100% Increased Capacity
Reduced Border Wait Times
Improved Safety and Security
A.S.T./Certified Designated Lanes
Official Gate-to-Gate (Mexico to U.S.)

DAP 15 Project

Two Commercial Entry Lanes / Booths
Two Commercial Exit Lanes / Booths

DAP 16 Project

Dock Expansion – Phase I (Dry Dock)
Dock Expansion – Phase II (Cold Inspection Facility)
Regional AG Laboratory & Training Center

New Roadway Project | International Bridge Trade Corridor (IBTC)

The International Bridge Trade Corridor will improve local and regional mobility for moving people and goods from the international ports of entry in the area north to I-2 between US 281 and FM493. The IBTC would traverse the cities of Pharr, Alamo, and Donna, Texas.

Rio Grande Valley Maritime Ports

Rio Grande Valley Airports

Texas Railroads
Texas has always been a major freight hub for North America. Texas is served by three major (Class I) railroad companies. Two railroads primarily serve east to west traffic (Union Pacific and BNSF). The Kansas City Southern primary serves north-to-south traffic and uniquely transverses the Mexican border as it travels south as far as Veracruz and Lazaro Cardenas. The Union Pacific and BNSF railroads currently interchange with Ferromex near the Mexican border.