Long Delays After Multi-Vehicle Crash on M25
Delays were reported extending back to junction 4 (Orpington Bypass) on the M25 anticlockwise due to an earlier crash near the Dartford Tunnel. Traffic has mostly returned to normal, with some residual delays near junction 3 (Swanley Interchange).
Details of the Crash
Kent Police clarified that the collision involved two vans and one car, revising earlier reports that mentioned two cars and a van. A spokesperson said:
[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.»]
Traffic Updates
- All lanes on the M25 carriageway were reopened just after 1:30 pm following clearance of the crash.
- National Highways reported ten-minute delays near junction 3 (Swanley Interchange).
- Congestion spread down to junction 4 (Orpington Bypass) at the height of the incident.
- Traffic monitoring site Inrix confirmed all lanes are now open on the M25 anticlockwise.
Summary
The earlier crash near Dartford Tunnel caused significant congestion on the M25 anticlockwise but traffic flow has since improved with lanes reopening and only minor delays remaining.
Author's note: The multi-vehicle crash near Dartford Tunnel caused notable delays but emergency responders quickly managed the situation, restoring traffic within hours.
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