Parts of the Dartford Crossing will be closed to traffic throughout this week. We've gathered...
Published: 1:38 am January 30, 2024
Updated: 11:41 am October 8, 2025
Dartford Crossing to Experience Temporary Closures for Maintenance – UKNIP

Motorists travelling through the Dartford Crossing are advised to plan their routes carefully as parts of this crucial transport link will undergo temporary closures for maintenance work from Monday, January 29, to Monday, February 5. The Dartford Crossing is a significant road crossing that spans the River Thames in England, serving as a vital link between Dartford in Kent, in the south, and Thurrock in Essex, in the north.

Please note that the information provided here is accurate at the time of publication. However, it’s important to stay updated, especially in adverse weather conditions, as schedules may change.

Here’s a breakdown of the closure timings, locations, and reasons:

Monday, January 29 – Tuesday, January 30

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Tuesday, January 30 – Wednesday, January 31

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Wednesday, January 31 – Thursday, February 1

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Thursday, February 1 – Friday, February 2

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Friday, February 2 – Saturday, February 3

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 11:00 PM to 5:30 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Saturday, February 3 – Sunday, February 4

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Sunday, February 4 – Monday, February 5

A282 Northbound

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel:

  • Closure from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM
  • Reason: Maintenance works
  • Diversion via National Highways network

Motorists are encouraged to plan their journeys in advance and consider alternative routes during these closures. These temporary inconveniences are necessary to ensure the safety and functionality of this critical transportation link. Stay updated with any changes in schedules, and exercise caution while driving in the area during these maintenance works.

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