The tunnels at the Dartford Crossing are set to close every night this weekend, and we’ve provided all the details regarding the diversions and affected routes.
The east tunnel will be closed to traffic tonight (June 28) and Sunday night, while the west tunnel will be closed on Saturday night.
The Dartford Crossing, linking Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a vital road crossing over the River Thames.
This information is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions.
Friday, June 28 – Saturday, June 29
A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel 11pm – 5.30am
- Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion via National Highways network
Saturday, June 29 – Sunday, June 30
A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5am
- Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion via Highways England Network
Sunday, June 30 - Monday, July 1
A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel 10pm – 5am
- Tunnel closure for maintenance works
- Diversion via National Highways network
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