Blackwall Tunnel and Woolwich Ferry Delays

The Blackwall Tunnel is an alternative route to the A282 Dartford Crossing that you can take to cross the River Thames east of London.

It’s located to the west of Dartford and can be a good option if you’re traveling between south-east and north-east London.

Use the menu below to see the latest travel reports for all major roads. Traffic delays for London England. Latest travel news from Transport for London (TfL) and UK Traffic Delays official open data sources.

Blackwall Tunnel Traffic Congestion

  • Silvertown Tunnel, Greenwich Peninsula | London Works

    Silvertown Tunnel project, Greenwich Peninsula - Various restrictions during Silvertown Tunnel-related works until 2025. Millennium Way is currently closed. There are associated lane closures on the northbound A102 Blackwall Tunnel Southern Approach. https://tfl.gov.uk/travel-information/improvements-and-projects/silvertown-tunnel for More information.
    London Travel News | Works
    Start: 01-Sep-2024 07:34:58: AM

Blackwall Tunnel CCTV Cameras

    There are currently no severe delays reported by TfL for the Blackwall Tunnel.

Latest Blackwall Tunnel Closure Status

  • Blackwall Tunnel Traffic Delays – Closure Status

    Blackwall Tunnel status: Good

    Traffic flow for the Blackwall Tunnel: No Exceptional Delays

The busiest time in the northbound Blackwall tunnel on a weekday is from 07:00 – 07:30. In heavy traffic conditions, drivers’ journeys could be 15 minutes quicker if they travelled earlier between 06.30-07.00. The busiest time in the northbound Blackwall tunnel on a weekend is from 13.30 – 15.00. In heavy traffic conditions, drivers’ journeys could be 15 minutes quicker if they travelled earlier between 12.00-13.00.

Blackwall Tunnel London Map

Live traffic flow information. Avoid Blackwall Tunnel congestion and plan a smarter route.

Old Blackwall Tunnel Entrance
Old Blackwall Tunnel Entrance

The northern portal of the tunnel lies just south of the East India Dock Road (A13) in Blackwall, while the southern entrances are just south of The O2 on the Greenwich Peninsula.

The closest alternative Thames crossing to the Blackwall Tunnel is the Woolwich Ferry, which is a free service that operates between Woolwich and North Woolwich.

Latest Woolwich Ferry Closure Status

  • Woolwich Ferry Closure Status

    Woolwich Ferry status:
    Good Service

    Information:

    Updated
    No End Date Available

The Woolwich Ferry links Woolwich and North Woolwich. It is free and carries pedestrians, cyclists, cars, vans and lorries.

Woolwich Ferry, River Thames London
Woolwich Ferry, River Thames London

There are vehicle restrictions on the ferry. The maximum height is 4.7 metres or 15.5 feet and the maximum width is 3.5 metres or 11.5 feet. Vehicles displaying Hazchem signs are prohibited.

Traffic delay information supplied by Transport for London (TfL). The latest Blackwall Tunnel traffic reports, roadworks, planned events and travel news for London England. Our travel news is as up to date as possible but please do always check with local news sources and always allow plenty of time for your journey.

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