Chaos on the A2: Serious Crash Shuts Road Both Ways in Kent

A major collision has slammed the A2 in Kent shut in both directions between the A227 (Gravesend) and M2 Junction 1 (Rochester). The closure is wreaking havoc on travel across the region.

Kent Police at the Scene

Kent Police are on-site tackling traffic chaos and launching an investigation into what caused the crash. So far, no details on the nature of the collision or casualties have been confirmed.

Traffic Nightmare: Expect Major Delays

Motorists face lengthy delays approaching the closure. Drivers are urged to avoid the stretch and use alternative routes where possible. 123.

  • Stay on A226 through Higham to A289 junction (Gads Hill Interchange).
  • Non-motorway traffic: Take 2nd exit, then 1st exit to rejoin the A2.
  • Motorway-capable vehicles: Take 2nd exit at first roundabout, 2nd exit at the next, join A289 southbound, then the M2 coastbound.
  • Westbound (Londonbound) – Follow the Solid Square Symbol

    • Leave the M2 at Junction 1 and join A289 eastbound.
    • Take next slip road to A226 roundabout, then follow A226 to Lion Roundabout.
    • Take 1st exit onto B261, then turn left onto Valley Drive.
    • At roundabout with Hever Court Road, take 2nd exit, then 1st exit at next roundabout onto Henhurst Road.
    • At roundabout with A2, take 3rd exit to rejoin A2 westbound.

    Plan Ahead or Delay Your Journey

    “We strongly advise drivers to plan ahead, allow extra journey time, or consider delaying travel if possible while emergency services continue their work at the scene,” said a spokesperson for 1.

    Keep an eye on live traffic updates and avoid the A2 closure zone to dodge the gridlock. Stay safe, Kent!

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