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The Downtown Tunnel is a road tunnel beneath the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River in Virginia, United States. Opened in 1952, it created the first fixed road connection directly between the cities of Norfolk and Portsmouth and is now part of the I-264 corridor. The original two-lane tube serves westbound traffic, while a parallel eastbound tube opened in 1987. The tunnel remains part of the road network connecting communities in the Hampton Roads region.
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How good is Downtown Tunnel?
Downtown Tunnel scores 6.92/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Tunnel category. Important local Elizabeth River link, but older, congested, and less distinguished than larger bridge-tunnels.
What are the best alternatives to Downtown Tunnel?
See our alternatives page for Downtown Tunnel for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Midtown Tunnel, Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel, Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel.
How does Downtown Tunnel compare to Midtown Tunnel?
See our detailed comparison of Downtown Tunnel vs Midtown Tunnel with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Downtown Tunnel worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.92/10, Downtown Tunnel is a solid option in Tunnel. See all Tunnel ranked.
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