Weekend closures at Dartford Crossing in Dartford for maintenance and resurfacing, with diversions and delays expected from January 9 to 12
Maintenance and Resurfacing Works on M25 and Dartford Crossing
A programme of maintenance and resurfacing works will affect parts of the M25 and the Dartford Crossing from Friday, January 9 to Monday, January 12. This includes tunnels, junction slip roads, and the QEII Bridge.
The Dartford Crossing connects Kent and Essex. It includes the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge and two tunnels. It is one of the busiest roads in the country.
National Highways has urged motorists to check live travel updates, follow diversion routes, and allow extra time for their journeys.
Closure Schedule
| Date | Time | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9 | 10pm – 5:30am | West Tunnel | Closed northbound |
| January 9 | 11pm – 6am | Jct 1B Roundabout | Entry slip road and northbound link closed |
| January 10 | 10pm – 5am | West Tunnel | Closed northbound |
| January 10 | 10pm – 6am | Jct 1B Roundabout | Entry slip road and northbound link closed |
| January 11 | 10pm – 5am | East Tunnel | Closed northbound |
| January 11 | 10:30pm – 5:30am | Jct 1B Roundabout | Entry slip road and northbound link closed |
Vehicles taller than 4.8 metres will not be able to use the crossing during this time. All closures are for planned maintenance and resurfacing work.
Motorists travelling northbound across the Dartford Crossing are advised to plan ahead and expect delays. The overnight works are part of ongoing efforts to maintain the safety and reliability of this critical transport route.
National Highways has reminded road users to stay up to date with live traffic information through its website or social media channels.
