Long Delays After Multi-Vehicle Crash on M25
Delays were reported back to Junction 4 near the Orpington Bypass due to a crash on the M25 anticlockwise close to the Dartford Tunnel. Traffic has mostly returned to normal, although minor delays remain around Junction 3 (Swanley Interchange).
Details of the Incident
Kent Police clarified that the collision involved two vans and one car, revising earlier reports that mentioned two cars and a van. A spokesperson stated:
[translate:"Kent Police was called at 12.33pm on Friday, November 7, 2025 to a report of a collision involving two vans and a car on the A282 northbound near Dartford. Officers are in attendance alongside South East Coast Ambulance Service and are assisting with traffic flow."]
Current Traffic Conditions
- National Highways confirmed congestion extended down to Junction 4 due to the crash.
- All lanes reopened shortly after 1:30 pm once the crash was cleared.
- Currently, minor delays of around ten minutes persist near Junction 3 on the M25 anticlockwise, as reported by National Highways.
- Traffic monitoring service Inrix confirms all lanes are open following the incident.
Authorities and emergency services managed the scene quickly, helping to restore traffic flow.
Summary: A crash involving two vans and a car near the Dartford Tunnel caused significant M25 delays, now mostly cleared with minor hold-ups remaining at key junctions.
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