Windsor ER Wait Times

2 emergency departments · ON · Live as of 5:00 a.m. EDT

Shortest: Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus at 1h 22m
Average: 2h 22m
Longest: 3h 22m
21 people waiting now

Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus

24/7 · 1030 Ouellette Ave

1h 22m

Windsor Regional Hospital - Met Campus

24/7 · 1995 Lens Avenue

3h 22m
1h 22m wait. See a doctor online instead? Often under an hour. Cold, UTI, rash, prescriptions and more. See a doctor online

In an emergency, call 911. Independent service, not affiliated with this hospital. Free nurse advice: 811.

Windsor ER Wait Forecast

Predicted average ER wait across Windsor over the next 12 hours, based on ERstat’s model. Use it to time a non-urgent visit for a quieter window.

Windsor ER Forecast — Next 12 Hours

2h22
9am
2h26
10am
2h22
11am
2h24
12pm
2h34
1pm
2h26
2pm
2h19
3pm
1h42
4pm
1h7
5pm
0h57
6pm
0h57
7pm
0h57
8pm

Projected from typical wait patterns across Windsor ERs and the current average wait.

Best Time to Visit an ER in Windsor

Based on historical wait patterns across Windsor emergency departments, here is when they tend to be quietest and busiest. Waits are typically longest in the early morning and shortest around midday.

Shortest wait Sundays 3pm avg ~51m
Longest wait Tuesdays 9am avg ~3h 1m

Nearby ERs Outside Windsor

Erie Shores HealthCare

Leamington · 44 km away

6m

Leamington District Memorial Hospital

Leamington · 44 km away

1h–3h 15mPredicted

Emergency Rooms in Windsor

Windsor has 2 emergency departments — 2 open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 2 of 2 currently have live wait time data. Right now, 21 people are waiting across Windsor emergency departments.

Wait time data for Windsor is sourced from individual hospital websites and updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes. ERstat displays the estimated time from triage registration to being seen by a physician.

All emergency departments in Windsor use the Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) to prioritize patients. Patients with more serious conditions are always seen first, regardless of arrival time or displayed wait. A shorter posted wait does not guarantee a shorter visit — it depends on the severity of your condition relative to other patients in the department.

Tips for Visiting an ER in Windsor

Check wait times on this page before leaving. ERstat updates every 5 minutes and shows all Windsor ERs sorted from shortest to longest wait. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast chart and a “Best Time to Visit” pattern based on historical data.

If your condition is not life-threatening, consider whether a walk-in clinic, urgent care centre, or pharmacist could help instead. Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe for many common conditions with no appointment needed. See what your pharmacist can treat →

Not sure if you need the ER? Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse. Free, confidential, available 24/7.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency — chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the shortest ER wait time in Windsor right now?
The shortest ER wait time in Windsor right now is at Windsor Regional Hospital - Ouellette Campus with an estimated wait of 1h 22m. Wait times update every 15 minutes on ERstat.
How many emergency departments are in Windsor?
Windsor has 2 emergency departments, 2 of which operate 24/7. 2 currently have live wait time data available on ERstat.
How can I check ER wait times in Windsor?
ERstat tracks live ER wait times for all Windsor hospitals using data from individual hospital websites. Visit erstat.ca or check this page for current wait times, sorted from shortest to longest. Each hospital page includes a 12-hour forecast and a best time to visit pattern based on historical data.
What is the average ER wait time in Windsor?
The current average ER wait time across Windsor emergency departments is approximately 2h 22m. This is a real-time average and changes throughout the day. Overnight waits tend to be longer than midday due to reduced staffing.
Should I go to the ER with the shortest wait time?
Not necessarily. All Canadian emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first regardless of arrival time. A hospital with a longer posted wait may still see you faster if your condition is urgent. For non-emergencies, consider a walk-in clinic, urgent care, or pharmacist visit instead.
Where does ERstat get Windsor ER wait time data?
ERstat sources Windsor wait time data from individual hospital websites. Data updates as frequently as every 15–30 minutes.
What if all Windsor ERs have long wait times?
ERstat shows nearby emergency departments outside Windsor with current wait times and driving distance. You can also call 811 to speak with a registered nurse who can help you decide where to go. For non-emergency conditions, a pharmacist or walk-in clinic may be able to help with no wait.

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