Motorists using the Dartford Crossing should prepare for significant disruptions this week as both the east tunnel and QEII bridge will experience closures at various times. Details of the closure timings, diversions, and affected areas are outlined below.
Closure Schedule and Diversions
Monday, June 17 – Tuesday, June 18
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9 PM – 5:30 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Tuesday, June 18 – Wednesday, June 19
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9 PM – 5:30 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Wednesday, June 19 – Thursday, June 20
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9 PM – 5:30 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Thursday, June 20 – Friday, June 21
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9 PM – 5:30 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Friday, June 21 – Saturday, June 22
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9:30 PM – 6 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Saturday, June 22 – Sunday, June 23
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 9:30 PM – 5 AM
- Reason: Tunnel used for contraflow for QEII bridge closure
- Diversion: Via Highways England network
- A282 Southbound
- Dartford Crossing QEII Bridge: 10 PM – 5 AM
- Reason: Bridge closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via east tunnel (contraflow)
Sunday, June 23 – Monday, June 24
- A282 Northbound
- Dartford Crossing East Tunnel: 10 PM – 5 AM
- Reason: Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion: Via National Highways network
Key Information
The Dartford Crossing, which links Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a crucial road crossing over the River Thames. The planned maintenance will see the east tunnel used as a contraflow while the QEII bridge undergoes works on Saturday night from 10 PM to 5 AM.
While this information is accurate at the time of publication, it may be subject to change, especially in adverse weather conditions. Motorists are advised to check for real-time updates and plan their journeys accordingly to avoid delays.
For further details or updates, travelers can contact National Highways or refer to their official website.
