A2 Roadworks: Overnight Closures Affect Dartford Heath to Danson Interchange
National Highways has scheduled 12 overnight closures between September 1 and September 4, impacting several slip roads and two full carriageway sections.
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Drivers travelling on the A2 are being alerted to a series of overnight closures planned between Tuesday, September 1 and Friday, September 4, 2026. National Highways has listed a total of 12 closures that will affect various sections of the road, including two full closures of the westbound carriageway.
Full Carriageway Closures
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The most significant disruptions will occur on the nights of Tuesday, September 1 and Wednesday, September 2. On both these nights, the A2 westbound carriageway between Dartford Heath and Danson Interchange will be closed. These full closures are scheduled to be in effect from 10pm until 5am the following morning.
Slip Road Disruptions
In addition to the full carriageway closures, numerous slip roads will also be affected. On Tuesday, September 1, the A2 eastbound Coldharbour Lane exit and entry slip roads will close from 8pm to 6am. The A2 westbound Marling Cross entry slip road, Boughton entry slip road, and Honeywood Interchange entry slip road will also be closed during these hours.
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Further slip road closures are scheduled for Wednesday, September 2. The A2 eastbound Womensworld exit and entry slip roads will be closed from 8pm to 6am. The A2 westbound Boughton entry slip road will have the same closure times. Additionally, the A2 westbound Whitfield entry slip road will be closed from 9pm to 6am on Wednesday night and again on Thursday night, September 3.
Advance Warning for Drivers
National Highways has issued a warning that these planned works are subject to change. Adverse weather conditions, in particular, can lead to alterations at short notice. Drivers are strongly advised to check the latest travel information before commencing their journeys and to allow for extra travel time to account for potential delays.
Questions this report answers
+When will the A2 have overnight closures?
National Highways has scheduled 12 overnight closures on the A2 between Tuesday, September 1 and Friday, September 4, 2026. Some closures begin as early as 8pm, and specific times vary across different sections of the road.
+Which parts of the A2 will be fully closed?
The full westbound carriageway of the A2 between Dartford Heath and Danson Interchange will be closed on the nights of Tuesday, September 1 and Wednesday, September 2. These closures are planned to be in effect from 10pm until 5am each night.
+Can the roadworks schedule change?
Yes, National Highways has warned that planned roadworks can change at short notice, especially due to weather conditions. Drivers are advised to check for the latest information before travelling and to allow extra time for their journeys.
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