Major Ramp Detours on I-95 and MetroConnect Fare Changes Impact Friday Commute

Morning Traffic Overview for February 6, 2026

Commuters in the Miami-Dade area should prepare for a mix of construction-related detours and significant changes to public transit services this Friday. As the I-395/SR 836/I-95 Design-Build project moves into another intensive phase, several key interchanges are seeing modified traffic patterns that will likely extend travel times during the morning and afternoon peaks.

I-95 and Dolphin Expressway Construction Alerts

The most significant impact for drivers this morning remains the ongoing work at the interchange of I-95 and the Dolphin Expressway (SR 836). The Northbound I-95 ramp to Westbound SR 836 is currently under a detour protocol. Motorists are advised to follow posted signage which typically redirects traffic to alternative exits such as NW 8th Street or through the Midtown area to reconnect with the expressway further west. This construction is part of the larger effort to enhance corridor capacity and safety, but it remains a primary bottleneck for those traveling from South Miami toward the airport area.

Additionally, for those traveling between Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties, be aware of ongoing improvements at the I-95 and Belvedere Road connection. This project includes lane closures on the Northbound exit ramp and intermittent single-lane closures on Belvedere Road itself. While mostly concentrated further north, the ripple effects often cause early-morning congestion for regional commuters heading into the city.

Significant Transit Adjustments: MetroConnect and Metromover

Public transport riders should be aware of major service adjustments that went into effect earlier this week. The Miami-Dade Department of Transportation and Public Works (DTPW) has implemented the following changes for the MetroConnect on-demand service:

• Fare Introduction: A standard fare of $3.75 per trip is now required, payable via the MetroConnect mobile app.
• New Operating Hours: The service has transitioned to weekday-only operations, running from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Weekend service is no longer available.
• Zone Discontinuations: Service has been discontinued in the Civic Center and Waterford Business District zones. Commuters in these areas are encouraged to utilize existing Metrobus routes and the City of Miami Trolley system.

Commuters who utilize the Metromover should also prepare for the upcoming weekend. The Financial District Metromover Station is scheduled for a full closure this Saturday and Sunday, February 7 and 8, to facilitate essential system upgrades. Travelers are urged to plan alternative routes today to avoid confusion tomorrow morning.

Metrobus Route Delays

Several bus routes are experiencing active detours and delays. Metrobus Route 125 remains on detour near 125th Street between NE 7th Avenue and NE 11th Avenue due to local festivities, which is expected to last through the end of the day. Meanwhile, Route 12 has reported recurring delays of approximately 15 minutes due to heavy Friday morning traffic conditions on the southbound corridor. Commuters are advised to leave early or use the real-time tracking app to monitor bus arrival times.