Chaos on M25 and A282 as Crash Sparks Massive Delays Near Dartford Crossing
Serious Collision Causes Gridlock
Motorists face huge headaches on the M25 anti-clockwise and A282 northbound in Kent following an earlier crash near the Dartford Crossing. The smash happened on the M25 between junctions 31 and 30 on the distributor road. Traffic was held up before the tunnels while emergency teams installed closures and diverted vehicles.
Traffic Jam Snarls Stretch Back to Orpington
Though the incident is now cleared, delays continue to plague the area. Drivers endure up to 60 minutes longer than usual with congestion stretching back 8 miles to junction 4 (Orpington) on the M25 anti-clockwise.
Additional Delays on A2 Approaches
- A2 eastbound and westbound heading towards M25 J2 are also gridlocked.
- Westbound delays currently add 25 minutes to journeys, while eastbound drivers face 45 extra minutes.
Plan Ahead to Dodge the Jam
Road users are urged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and consider alternative routes where possible as the heavy delays clear.
For the latest updates, visit www.trafficengland.com or follow National Highways on Twitter. You can also call their 24/7 helpline on 0300 123 5000 for real-time info.
