Route 136 in Montreal closed for eastbound traffic Aug. 3 to 6

Montrealers can expect traffic disruptions as a section of Route 136 will be closed in the eastbound direction this week.

Transport ministry says the closure is necessary to allow for private storm sewer connection work.

Highway sign for downtown Montreal on Aug. 3, 2026. (PierreLuc Labranche, CityNews)

Exit No. 3 (Downtown Montreal / Guy Street) on Route 136 will be completely closed from Monday, Aug. 3 from 5 a.m. to Thursday, Aug. 6 at 7 p.m.

The detour will be marked by temporary signage.

Map showing the closure of Exit 3 on Route 136, eastbound, in Montreal (Courtesy: Quebec Ministry of Transportation and Sustainable Mobility)

Exit No. 3 (Downtown Montreal / Guy Street) is the last exit before the Ville-Marie Tunnel. Vehicles transporting hazardous materials or with a height exceeding 4.4 metre must take the previous exit (No. 2 – Atwater Avenue).

Work may be postponed due to adverse weather conditions or operational constraints.

Drivers are asked to consult the Québec 511 website or download the mobile app for notifications.

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