A2 Overnight Closures Planned Week of August 24
National Highways warns drivers of multiple slip road closures impacting Marling Cross, Honeywood, and Darenth Interchanges.
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Drivers travelling on the A2 will encounter overnight roadworks throughout the week beginning August 24. National Highways has issued a warning about planned closures that will affect several slip roads at key interchanges.
Specific Road Closures
A2 closures: Overnight roadworks shut slip roads and carriageway 21-24 August
National Highways warns drivers of westbound and eastbound closures between Whitfield and the M25 junction
On Monday, August 24, the A2 westbound exit slip road at Marling Cross will be closed between 8pm and 6am the following morning. Additionally, the westbound exit slip road at Darenth Interchange is scheduled for closure from 10pm until 5:30am.
Tuesday, August 25, will see three closures. The A2 westbound exit slip road at Marling Cross will be shut from 8pm to 6am. The eastbound exit slip road at Honeywood Interchange will also be closed from 9pm until 6am. Furthermore, the westbound exit slip road at Darenth Interchange will be unavailable between 10pm and 5:30am.
Wednesday, August 26, also has three closures planned. The westbound exit slip road at Marling Cross will close at 8pm, reopening at 6am on Thursday. The eastbound exit slip road at Honeywood Interchange is scheduled for closure from 9pm to 6am. A closure of the westbound link road from Darenth Interchange to the A282 northbound at Junction 2 will occur between 10pm and 5:30am.
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Thursday, August 27, has one closure listed. The A2 westbound exit slip road at Marling Cross will be shut from 8pm until 6am on Friday, August 28.
Advice for Drivers
National Highways has stated that roadworks information is subject to change at short notice, particularly if weather conditions are poor. Drivers are advised to check the latest travel updates before beginning their journeys and to allow extra time if their route is affected by these works.
Questions this report answers
+When will the overnight roadworks take place on the A2?
Overnight roadworks are scheduled to occur throughout the week of August 24, 2026. Specific closures will affect Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, impacting various slip roads.
+Which specific slip roads will be closed?
The A2 westbound exit slip road at Marling Cross will be closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights. The eastbound exit slip road at Honeywood Interchange will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday nights. The westbound exit slip road at Darenth Interchange will be closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights.
+Can these roadworks change?
Yes, National Highways has warned that roadworks information may change at short notice. Factors such as weather conditions can lead to alterations in the planned schedule.
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