Dartford Drivers Hit with Month-Long Road Closures
Motorists heading in and around Dartford, brace yourselves. National Highways has announced a string of road closures lasting throughout March. Delays of 10 to 30 minutes are expected as critical maintenance gets underway.
Key Routes Set for Shutdowns
National Highways, the body in charge of major motorways and A-roads, has revealed an extensive schedule targeting the Dartford area. Some closures are already underway, with more to come later this month.
- A282 Northbound, Dartford Crossing West Tunnel: Closed from 11pm March 1 until 5.30am March 28 for maintenance.
- A2 Bexleyheath to Pepperhill: Closed 8pm March 6 to 6am March 30 for surface repairs.
- A2 Eastbound, Pepperhill: Closed 8pm March 7 to 6am March 8 for barrier fix.
- A282 Northbound, Dartford West Tunnel: Closed 10pm March 9 to 5am March 10 for upkeep.
- A282 Northbound, Dartford East Tunnel: Closed 10pm March 10 to 5am March 11 for maintenance.
- A2 Westbound, Bean to Darenth: Closed 8pm March 11 to 6am March 16 for vegetation clearance.
- A13 Eastbound, M25 Junction 30 Entry Slip Road: Closed 10pm March 12 to 5am March 13 for emergency tech work.
- A13 Eastbound, M25 Junction 30 to A126 Junction: Lane closures 10pm March 13 to 5am March 14 for electrical repairs.
- A282 Northbound, Dartford West Tunnel: Closed 10pm March 16 to 5am March 17 for maintenance.
- A282 Northbound, Dartford East Tunnel: Closed 10pm March 17 to 5am March 18 for maintenance.
- A2 Eastbound, Bean: Closed 8pm March 18 to 6am March 20 for construction works.
Expect Delays, Plan Ahead
These closures are essential to keep Dartford’s busiest roads safe and efficient. National Highways urges drivers to factor in extra travel time and seek alternative routes where possible.
Stay alert and stay ahead of the traffic chaos this March in Dartford.
