A2 drivers face 12 overnight closures in October 2026
National Highways schedules maintenance works affecting both eastbound and westbound traffic across multiple locations.
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Drivers travelling on the A2 will face a series of overnight road closures spanning four consecutive nights in October 2026. National Highways, the body responsible for maintaining England's major roads, has scheduled 12 closures for maintenance and improvement works. These restrictions will affect traffic in both the eastbound and westbound directions of the A2.
Scheduled Closures and Times
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The closures are planned to take place between Monday, October 19, and Thursday, October 22, 2026. Specific sections of the road that will be closed include stretches near Cobham and Whitfield, as well as the A256 in Kent. The timings for these restrictions vary, with some beginning as early as 8pm and others starting at 9pm, with all continuing until the following morning.
On Monday, October 19, three closures are scheduled. These include the A2 eastbound Cobham exit slip road from 8pm to 6am, and the A2 westbound from A256 to Whitfield, and the A2 eastbound from Whitfield Roundabout to A256, both from 9pm to 5am. Similar patterns of three closures per night are scheduled for Tuesday, October 20, Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22, affecting the same sections of the A2.
National Highways advises motorists to plan their journeys in advance and allow for extra travel time. Drivers are encouraged to check the National Highways website for the most up-to-date information on closures, roadworks, and any potential traffic incidents. Following signed diversion routes will be necessary during the closure periods.
M25 faces 31 overnight closures next week
Drivers should check National Highways for updates on planned maintenance works affecting junctions across London.
Questions this report answers
+How many overnight road closures are planned for the A2?
There are 12 planned overnight road closures scheduled for the A2. These closures will take place over four consecutive nights, from Monday, October 19, to Thursday, October 22, 2026.
+Which parts of the A2 will be affected by the closures?
The closures will affect both eastbound and westbound traffic on the A2. Specific locations include stretches near Cobham, Whitfield, and the A256 in Kent. The Cobham exit slip road and sections between the A256 and Whitfield are among the affected areas.
+What time do the road closures begin and end?
Some restrictions will begin as early as 8pm, while others will start at 9pm. All closures are scheduled to continue until the following morning, with specific end times varying between 5am and 6am depending on the location.
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