The A282 Dartford Crossing, M25 and M26 will all be closed overnight for planned maintenance work affecting Kent residents.
Three significant road closures are scheduled across Kent’s major routes this evening, affecting travellers heading to and from the Dartford area and the wider South East.
The A282 northbound at the Dartford Crossing West Tunnel will be fully closed from 21:00 until 05:30 for essential maintenance work on the Dartcharge system. This is one of the region’s most critical routes, and drivers should expect substantial disruption during the closure period.
The M25 anti-clockwise between junctions 9 and 8 will also be closed from 22:30 to 05:30. This closure will affect traffic on one of England’s busiest orbital motorways, and travellers should allow extra time and consider alternative routes.
Additionally, the M26 eastbound between junctions 2A and 3 will be closed from 23:00 to 05:30. This closure affects access to and from the Sevenoaks area and connections towards the M25.
Drivers should plan ahead, check for diversions, and avoid these routes during the stated times if possible. All closures are subject to change at short notice.
Key Information
- A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel: 21:00–05:30
- M25 anti-clockwise J9 to J8: 22:30–05:30
- M26 eastbound J2A to J3: 23:00–05:30
