Major Delays Expected: Blackwall Tunnel Southbound Closed for Weeknights & Weekends

Heading south across the Thames? The Blackwall Tunnel is closed southbound for several upcoming dates due to construction. Expect delays and consider using public transport (Tube, rail) for central London trips. Check the full details for alternative routes and travel options for drivers, bus riders, and ferry passengers.

The Blackwall Tunnel will be closed southbound for several upcoming dates as construction continues on the Silvertown Tunnel Project. This article details the closure schedule and alternative travel options for drivers, bus riders, and ferry passengers.

Closure Dates:

• Overnight closures: Tuesday, June 25th - Thursday, June 27th (11 pm - 5 am next day)
• Weekend closure: Saturday, June 29th - Monday, July 1st (starts Friday midnight, ends 5 am Monday)

Northbound traffic is unaffected.

Travel Tips:

• Expect delays and congestion, especially on the A13 and Rotherhithe Tunnel approaches.
• Consider using public transport (tube, rail) for trips to central London. Use TfL Journey Planner or TfL Go app to plan and check closures.
• Drivers: Plan and check live traffic updates before your trip, and allow extra time. Consider alternative river crossings outside central London. HGVs should use routes avoiding central London due to size and weight restrictions.
• Woolwich Ferry: Operating normally, but expect queues. Check the Woolwich Ferry timetable [invalid URL removed] for details.
• Bus 108:
  • Overnight closures (June 25-27): Normal service with an escort through Blackwall Tunnel.
  • Weekend closures (Fri 10 pm - Sun 11:59 pm): Split service - Stratford International to Canning Town & North Greenwich to Lewisham. Use a tube/rail to cross the river—auto refunds are available for using the Jubilee Line (North Greenwich - Canning Town).
  • After midnight on Sundays, northbound buses return to the regular route, diverting southbound buses via Tower Bridge.
  • Regular service resumes at 5am on Monday.

Stay informed:

• Check TfL updates for the latest information on closures and travel advice.