CINCINNATI (July 30, 2026) – August is approaching, and it’s kicking off with a weekend full of activities and events. For those heading to downtown Cincinnati or Covington to any of the festivities set for July 31 through August 2, here’s a look at just a few of the many ways to access the fun and navigate around current construction work taking place on the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project.
SOUTHBOUND
Traveling south on I-75 in Ohio, the options to get to downtown Cincinnati include:
- Freeman Ave (Exit 1F)
- 7th Street (Exit 1E)
- 5th Street (Exit 1C)
Continuing south across the Brent Spence Bridge to Covington, use:
- 5th Street/Crescent Avenue (Exit 192) or
- Pike Street/12th Street/MLK Jr. Blvd. (Exit 191)
NORTHBOUND
Traveling north on I-71/75 in Kentucky, the best option to Covington is the 5th Street exit (Exit 192).
And continuing north across the Brent Spence Bridge into Cincinnati, motorists may follow:
- 5th Street (Exit 1C) or
- U.S. 50/W. 6th Street (Exit 1D) and the Linn Street exit
EASTBOUND
When traveling eastbound on U.S. 50/W. 6th Street, the exits to reach downtown Cincinnati include:
- Freeman Avenue to Mehring Way
- 5th Street
Of course, motorists can also opt to travel to the east, away from the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor, and take I-71 southbound from the northern suburbs in Ohio or I-275 and I-471 from Northern Kentucky to get to all the great places and events on both sides of the river.
WESTBOUND
When traveling westbound into downtown Cincinnati from Columbia Parkway/U.S. 50 E., drivers can use the following exits:
- 3rd Street
- 6th Street
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About the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project
The Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project is one of the nation’s most significant transportation transformations, spanning eight miles of I-71/75 in Kentucky and I-75 in Ohio. Construction will begin with the new companion bridge to the west of the Brent Spence Bridge and one mile of approach work in each state. In addition to the new bridge, the project will restripe the existing Brent Spence Bridge to carry local traffic; improve safety and reduce congestion by separating local and through travel; redesign ramp configurations throughout the corridor; and add new pedestrian and bicycle connections linking neighborhoods to jobs and transit. This once-in-a-generation investment will strengthen national freight movement, support local businesses and workforce growth, and enhance quality of life for the millions who rely on this critical corridor. The project team coordinates with all navigation apps so drivers can easily determine the best route from their starting point to their destination. For more information, visit brentspencebridgecorridor.com.