Throughout this week, there will be closures affecting the Dartford Crossing tunnels.

The Northbound East Tunnel will be closed from today (April 15) to Friday and Sunday to next Monday, while the Northbound West Tunnel will be closed from 10pm on Saturday until 5am on Sunday.

The Dartford Crossing, linking Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, is a vital road crossing over the River Thames.

It consists of two tunnels and a bridge, serving as a transport route for 160,000 vehicles daily.

Please note that the information shared is accurate at the time of publication, but may be subject to change, particularly in adverse weather conditions.

Details regarding closure timings, diversions, and affected tunnels are provided below.

Monday, April 15 – Tuesday, April 16

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel 10pm – 5.30am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Tuesday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 17

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5.30am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Wednesday, April 17 – Thursday, April 18

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5.30am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Thursday, April 18 – Friday, April 19

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5.30am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Friday, April 19 – Saturday April 20

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 11pm – 6am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Saturday, April 20 – Monday, April 21

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network

Sunday, April 21 – Monday, April 22

A282 northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel 10pm – 5am

- Tunnel closure for maintenance works

- Diversion via National Highways network