Drivers planning to travel during the May Bank Holiday week are being warned to prepare for major overnight closures on Surrey’s busiest motorways – the M25, M3, and A3. These closures will cause late-night and early-morning traffic jams from Monday, April 28 through Friday, May 2.
Nightly Road Closures to Know
National Highways has confirmed a series of overnight shutdowns that will impact those travelling late at night or early in the morning.
Monday 28 April & Tuesday 29 April:
- M25 anticlockwise entry slip at J9 (Leatherhead): closed 10pm–5am
- M3 northbound J4 (Frimley) to J3 (Bagshot): closed 9pm–6am
- M3 southbound J2 (Thorpe/M25) to J3 (Bagshot): closed 10pm–6am
- A3 southbound Wisley Interchange to Ockham Road: closed 10pm–5.30am
- A3 northbound London Road to Wisley Interchange: closed 10pm–5.30am
Wednesday 30 April: Same closures as earlier in the week on the M25, M3 southbound, and A3.
Thursday 1 May:
- M25 clockwise link road at J16 (Denham/M40): closed 11pm–6am
- M25 anticlockwise entry at J9 and exit at J12 (Thorpe): closed 10pm–5.30am
- M3 southbound J2 to J3: closed 10pm–6am
- A3 around Wisley and Hogs Back: multiple closures 9pm–6am
Friday 2 May: Final overnight closures on the M25 and A3 will wrap up the week.
Good news for drivers: No closures are planned over the weekend, promising smoother journeys on Saturday and Sunday.
Top Tips for Bank Holiday Drivers
If you are heading off for the long weekend, plan your route carefully and allow extra travel time. Late Friday evening departures are expected to face the highest disruption. It is important to follow all diversion signs and monitor real-time updates via National Highways Live Traffic.
Why These Roadworks Matter
The M25, M3, and A3 are crucial routes for holidaymakers, commuters, and freight transport. While these overnight closures are necessary for essential maintenance to keep journeys safe and smooth, they will inevitably cause traffic congestion. Drivers are advised to stay alert, plan ahead, and avoid the worst delays during the May Bank Holiday week.
Originally published by UKNIP.
