Motorists crossing between Kent and Essex should prepare for disruption at the Dartford Crossing this week. Both the East and West tunnels will undergo multiple overnight closures, leading to potential traffic delays on the A282.
East Tunnel to Close Northbound for Four Nights
From Monday 9 June to Thursday 12 June, the East Tunnel (A282 northbound) will be closed nightly for urgent maintenance. The closure times are from 10pm to 5.30am. Drivers are advised to follow National Highways signed alternative routes during these hours.
West Tunnel Shutdown on Sunday Night
On Sunday 15 June, the West Tunnel will close from 10pm until 5.30am on Monday 16 June. During this time, a contraflow system will operate on the East Tunnel to help ease traffic flow.
Impact on Traffic
The Dartford Crossing is one of the busiest Thames crossings in the UK, carrying hundreds of thousands of vehicles each week. These overnight closures are expected to cause congestion and delays, particularly during early morning rush hours.
Advice for Drivers
National Highways urges drivers to plan their journeys well in advance, check live traffic updates before setting off, and use alternative routes where possible to avoid bottlenecks. Being prepared can help reduce the impact of these necessary maintenance closures.
Drivers are reminded to map their routes carefully and expect delays when using the Dartford Crossing overnight this week.
Originally published by UKNIP.
