M25 Closures Planned for October 2026
Motorists face overnight disruptions including a full closure of the QEII Bridge.
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Motorists using the M25 are advised to prepare for overnight disruptions throughout the weekend of October 15 to October 18, 2026. National Highways has scheduled a series of closures affecting various sections of the motorway, including a full overnight closure of the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at the Dartford Crossing.
Specific Overnight Closures
M25 Motorway Faces 29 Overnight Closures This Week
Drivers are advised to check National Highways for the latest updates on planned roadworks between October 12 and October 15.
On Thursday, October 15, nine overnight closures are planned. These include carriageway closures on the anti-clockwise M25 between junctions 10 and 9, and junctions 25 to 23, as reported by This Is Local London. Slip road restrictions are also scheduled at junction 10 anti-clockwise and Cobham services. The clockwise M25 will see closures between junctions 12 and 13, and link roads at junction 16 to M40 junction 1A. Further closures affect the anti-clockwise M25 at junction 15 and junctions 23 to 24.
Friday, October 16, will see eight overnight closures. Similar to Thursday, the anti-clockwise M25 will be affected between junctions 10 and 9, and junctions 25 to 23, with entry slip road and link road restrictions at Cobham services. Clockwise closures are planned between junctions 12 and 13, and link roads at junction 16 to M40 junction 1A. The anti-clockwise M25 at junction 2 and the clockwise M25 at junction 4 roundabout's west quadrant will also be subject to restrictions.
Saturday, October 17, features four overnight closures. Notably, the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge on the clockwise M25 at the Dartford Crossing (junction 31 to junction 1A) will be closed from 10:30pm to 5:30am, impacting southbound traffic. Other closures include an anti-clockwise entry slip road at junction 31 and carriageway closures between junctions 25 and 23. A significant closure on the anti-clockwise M25 at junction 15 will run from 8pm Saturday until 10am Sunday.
M25 Delays After Morning Crashes Cause Miles of Queues
Drivers faced significant disruption on the motorway following multiple incidents during the morning commute.
Sunday, October 18, has two overnight closures scheduled. The anti-clockwise M25 will be closed between junctions 25 and 23, and the clockwise M25 at junction 30 will have its carriageway closed between the entry and exit slip roads. Both closures are set to run from 10:30pm to 5:30am.
National Highways has advised that these planned roadworks are subject to change at short notice, particularly if weather conditions are poor. Drivers are strongly encouraged to verify the latest information before commencing any journeys that involve overnight travel on the M25. Details of the latest planned closures are available on the National Highways website.
Questions this report answers
+When will the M25 be closed overnight?
Overnight closures are scheduled to take place on the M25 from Thursday, October 15, to Sunday, October 18, 2026. Specific times and locations vary each night, with some closures extending into the early hours of the following morning.
+Will the Dartford Crossing be affected by these closures?
Yes, the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge at the Dartford Crossing will be closed overnight on Saturday, October 17, from 10:30pm to 5:30am. This closure will affect motorists travelling southbound across the crossing.
+Can these roadworks change?
National Highways has advised that planned roadworks can change at short notice, especially due to poor weather. Drivers are recommended to check the latest information before travelling.
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