Dartford Crossing Closures December 2025: Latest Updates & Alternative Routes
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Dartford Crossing Closures December 2025: Latest Updates & Alternative Routes
Last Updated: 14 December 2025 | Data sourced from National Highways
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Confirmed Upcoming Closures
Source: National Highways - 14 December 2025 update
This Weekend (14-14 December 2025)
Sunday 14 December
- Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
Recent Confirmed Closures (December 2025)
Week of 8-14 December
- Friday 12 December: Dartford west tunnel, 11pm to 6am
- Sunday 14 December: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
Week of 24-30 November
- Monday 24 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
- Tuesday 25 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Wednesday 26 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Thursday 27 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Friday 28 November: Dartford west tunnel, 11pm to 6am
- Saturday 29 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5am
- Sunday 30 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
Week of 17-23 November
- Monday 17 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Tuesday 18 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Wednesday 19 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Thursday 20 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am
- Saturday 22 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5am
- Sunday 23 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
Week of 10-16 November
- Tuesday 11 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
- Wednesday 12 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
- Thursday 13 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5:30am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
- Friday 14 November: Dartford east tunnel, 11pm to 6am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
- Saturday 15 November: Dartford west tunnel, 10pm to 5am
- Sunday 16 November: Dartford east tunnel, 10pm to 5am (no access for vehicles over 4.8m)
Frequently Asked Questions
"When is Dartford Crossing closed?"
Dartford Crossing has regular overnight maintenance with tunnel closures typically from 10pm-5:30am on weeknights and 10pm-5am on weekends. Check National Highways for the latest confirmed schedule.
"What are the best alternative routes to Dartford Crossing?"
The best alternatives are Blackwall Tunnel (A102), Rotherhithe Tunnel (A101), Woolwich Ferry, or the M25 via M20/M2. Choose based on your destination and current traffic conditions.
"Is Dartford Crossing free to use?"
No, Dartford Crossing charges £2.50 for cars (free for motorcycles). Payment can be made online at Dart Charge, by phone, or at retail outlets. Failure to pay results in a £70 fine.
"What happens if I don't pay Dartford Crossing charge?"
Failure to pay the Dart Charge within 24 hours results in a £70 Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days.
"Are there height restrictions at Dartford Crossing?"
Yes, the Dartford east tunnel has height restrictions for vehicles over 4.8m (15'9"). During east tunnel closures, high-sided vehicles are diverted via M25 clockwise.
Dartford Crossing Near Me: Finding Local Options
Major UK Locations Near Dartford Crossing
Kent:
- Dartford - Direct access to Dartford Crossing
- Gravesend - Alternative route via A2
- Maidstone - M20 alternative route
- Canterbury - A2 alternative route
- Rochester - Local alternative routes
Essex:
- Thurrock - Direct access to Dartford Crossing
- Basildon - A13 alternative route
- Chelmsford - A12 alternative route
- Colchester - A12 alternative route
- Southend - A13 alternative route
London:
- Bexley - Local alternative routes
- Greenwich - Blackwall Tunnel alternative
- Tower Hamlets - Rotherhithe Tunnel alternative
- Newham - Woolwich Ferry alternative
Alternative Routes During Closures
Blackwall Tunnel (A102)
- Distance: 8 miles longer
- Toll: Free
- Restrictions: Height 4.0m, Width 2.0m
- Best For: Cars and small vans
Woolwich Ferry (A206)
- Distance: 12 miles longer
- Toll: Free
- Hours: Mon-Sat 6:30am-9pm, Sun 11:30am-7:30pm
- Best For: Cars only
Rotherhithe Tunnel (A101)
- Distance: 15 miles longer
- Toll: Free
- Restrictions: Height 4.1m
- Best For: Cars and small vans
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