The M1 is one of the busiest and most essential motorways in the UK, connecting London to Leeds and linking with other major routes such as the M25, M6, M62 and A1(M). The motorway is 193 miles (311 km) long and carries a considerable volume of traffic every day. The M1 was constructed in four phases between 1959 and 1999.
If travelling on the M1, you must know the latest traffic news and updates to avoid delays and disruptions. If you’re planning a long or short journey, please check the current traffic conditions and incidents on the M1 before you set off.
On this page, you will find all the information you need to stay updated on the M1 traffic situation. You will see live maps and reports showing the current traffic flow, speed, accidents, roadworks and closures on the M1. You will also be able to find valuable tips and advice on avoiding or coping with traffic problems on the M1.
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Northbound M1 Roadworks and Delays
M1 northbound between J31 and J32 | Northbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J30 and J32 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 are closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are three of four lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:04:19 GMTM1 J30 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 northbound exit slip at junction J30 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 00:02 on 2 December 2023 to 06:00 on 31 March 2025.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:04:18 GMTlink road from M25 J21 to M1 J6A northbound | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound entry slip at junction J6A . Reason : Planned Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:30 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:02:08 GMTM1 northbound within J10 | Northbound | Road Works | Bedfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound at junction J10 . Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 8 December 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
Bedfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:11:31 GMTM1 northbound between J11A and J12 | Northbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J11A and J12 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 8 December 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:10:51 GMTM1 northbound between J37 and J38 | Northbound | Road Works | Barnsley District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J37 and J38 . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 05:00 and 21:00 from 9 December 2023 to 11 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
Barnsley District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:16:55 GMTM1 northbound between J37 and J38 | Northbound | Road Works | Barnsley District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J37 and J38 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 8 December 2023 to 12 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Barnsley District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:16:55 GMTM1 northbound between J15A and J16 | Northbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J15 and J16 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:03:05 GMTM1 northbound between J30 and J31 | Northbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J29A and J31 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 14 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be three of four lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:48 GMTM1 J30 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 northbound exit slip at junction J30 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Schedule : From 20:00 on 11 December 2023 to 06:00 on 12 December 2023. Schedule : From 20:00 on 13 December 2023 to 06:00 on 14 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:48 GMTM1 northbound within J31 | Northbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J29A and J31 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 2 January 2024 to 06:00 on 31 March 2025. Lanes Closed : There will be one of four lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:47 GMTM1 northbound between J30 and J31 | Northbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J30 and J31 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 9 December 2023 to 06:00 on 10 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:47 GMTM1 J30 northbound access | Northbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 northbound entry slip at junction J30 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Derbyshire Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:37:47 GMTM1 northbound between J29 and J29a | Northbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J27 and J29A . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 4 December 2023 to 06:00 on 16 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:34:12 GMTM1 northbound within J28 | Northbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J27 and J28 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:21:08 GMTM1 northbound between J20 and J21 | Northbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J20 and J21 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Roadside Equipment Maintenance. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:13:00 GMTM1 northbound between J16 and J17 | Northbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J16 and J18 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 20:05 on 1 December 2023 to 06:00 on 2 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:05:28 GMTM1 northbound between J16 and J17 | Northbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J16 and J18 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 are closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are three of four lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:02:15 GMTM1 northbound within J34 | Northbound | Road Works | Sheffield District
Location : The M1 northbound at junction J34 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 1 June 2024. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
Sheffield District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:31:18 GMTM1 northbound within J46 | Northbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J45 and J46 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 20:30 on 20 November 2023 to 06:00 on 16 December 2023.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 18:31:07 GMTM1 northbound between J9 and J10 | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J9 and J10 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:11:56 GMTM1 J5 northbound access | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound entry slip at junction J5 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Emergency roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:03:25 GMTM1 northbound within J6 | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J1 and J6 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Emergency roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:03:24 GMTM1 northbound between J4 and J5 | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J1 and J5 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Emergency roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:03:24 GMTM1 northbound between J41 and J42 | Northbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J41 and J42 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 December 2023 to 06:00 on 11 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of five lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound within J33 | Northbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 northbound at junction J33 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 11 December 2023 to 06:00 on 12 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound within J34 | Northbound | Road Works | Sheffield District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J33 and J34 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Sheffield District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 5 December 2023 to 06:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 13 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 4 December 2023 to 06:00 on 5 December 2023. Schedule : From 22:00 on 6 December 2023 to 06:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 7 December 2023 to 06:00 on 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J13 and J14 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J13 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 15 December 2023 to 06:00 on 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J4 and J5 | Northbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J1 and J5 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Emergency roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:00 on 20 December 2023.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J14 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 06:00 from 13 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound within J42 | Northbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 northbound at junction J42 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 December 2023 to 06:00 on 11 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J33 and J34 | Northbound | Road Works | Sheffield District
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J33 and J34 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 11 December 2023 to 06:00 on 12 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Sheffield District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound within J22 | Northbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J21 and J22 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 December 2023 to 06:00 on 17 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound between J14 and J15 | Northbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J13 and J15 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 22:00 on 22 November 2023 to 06:00 on 16 December 2023.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 northbound within J10 | Northbound | Road Works | Bedfordshire
Location : The M1 northbound between junctions J9 and J10 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Bedfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
Southbound M1 Roadworks and Delays
M1 southbound between J31 and J30 | Southbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J31 and J30 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 are closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are three of four lanes closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:04:45 GMTM1 southbound between J30 and J29a | Southbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J33 and J29A . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 00:04 on 2 December 2023 to 06:00 on 31 March 2025.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Sat, 02 Dec 2023 00:04:45 GMTM1 southbound between J8 and J6A | Southbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J8 and J6 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:00 on 2 December 2023.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:01:07 GMTM1 southbound between J13 and J12 | Southbound | Road Works | Bedfordshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J13 and J12 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Emergency Roadside Equipment Maintenance. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
Bedfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:01:05 GMTlink road from M18 southbound to M1 southbound J32 | Southbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at junction J32 . Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:50:40 GMTlink road from M18 southbound to M1 southbound J32 | Southbound | Road Works | Rotherham District
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at junction J32 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 21:50 on 1 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023.
Rotherham District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:50:05 GMTM1 southbound between J38 and J37 | Southbound | Road Works | Barnsley District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J38 and J37 . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 8 December 2023 to 05:00 on 12 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
Barnsley District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:16:55 GMTM1 southbound within J21 | Southbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 southbound at junction J21 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of three lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:04:29 GMTM1 southbound between J21A and J21 | Southbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J22 and J21 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of four lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:04:29 GMTM1 J21A southbound access from B5380 | Southbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at junction J21A from A46/B5380. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:04:29 GMTM1 southbound within J21A junction from A46 | Southbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at junction J21A from A46. Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes are closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:04:29 GMTM1 southbound within J21 | Southbound | Road Works | Leicestershire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J23 and J21 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 20:00 on 1 December 2023 to 06:00 on 19 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Leicestershire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:01:14 GMTM1 southbound between J15A and J15 | Southbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J16 and J15 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 19:41:17 GMTM1 southbound between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 5 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 16:03:47 GMTM1 J11A southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J12 and J11A . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 15:32 on 30 November 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:42:25 GMTM1 southbound between J12 and J11A | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J13 and J11A . Reason : Roadworks. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 15:34 on 30 November 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:42:25 GMTM1 J15 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J16 and J15 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 23:00 on 22 November 2023 to 06:00 on 6 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound within J42 | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound at junction J42 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 December 2023 to 06:00 on 11 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTconnector at M1 J42/M62 J29 | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at junction J42 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 10 December 2023 to 06:00 on 11 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 J15 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Northamptonshire
Location : The M1 southbound exit slip at junction J15 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 5 December 2023 to 06:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
M1 Traffic Reports in Northamptonshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J45 and J44 | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J45 and J44 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J46 and J45 | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J46 and J45 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J35A and J35 | Southbound | Road Works | Sheffield District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J36 and J35 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 14 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Sheffield District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound at the Newport Pagnell services slip road between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at Newport Pagnell Services. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 J45 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound exit slip at junction J45 . Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:30 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 J46 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound exit slip at junction J46 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 2 December 2023 to 06:00 on 3 December 2023. Schedule : From 20:00 on 9 December 2023 to 06:00 on 10 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound within J46 | Southbound | Road Works | Leeds District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J47 and J46 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 2 December 2023 to 06:00 on 3 December 2023. Schedule : From 20:00 on 9 December 2023 to 06:00 on 10 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Leeds District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J37 and J36 | Southbound | Road Works | Barnsley District
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J37 and J36 . Lane Closures : Lanes 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 3 December 2023 to 05:00 on 4 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Barnsley District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J29 and J28 | Southbound | Road Works | Derbyshire
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J31 and J28 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 20:00 on 4 December 2023 to 06:00 on 19 December 2023.
M1 Traffic Reports in Derbyshire
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J11 and J10 | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J11 and J10 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J11 and J10 | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J11 and J10 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound within J11 | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound at junction J11 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTlink road from M1 J6A southbound to M25 J21 | Southbound | Road Works | Hertfordshire
Location : The M1 southbound exit slip at junction J6A . Lane Closures : Lanes 1, 2 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Emergency roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 22:00 on 2 December 2023 to 08:30 on 3 December 2023. Schedule : From 22:00 on 16 December 2023 to 08:30 on 17 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Hertfordshire M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 8 December 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 5 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 5 December 2023 to 05:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound at the Newport Pagnell services between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J15 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound at the Newport Pagnell services slip road between J15 and J14 | Southbound | Road Works | Milton Keynes
Location : The M1 southbound entry slip at Newport Pagnell Services. Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 22:00 on 21 November 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
Milton Keynes M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 southbound between J11A and J11 | Southbound | Road Works | Luton
Location : The M1 southbound between junctions J11A and J11 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of four lanes closed.
Luton M1 Live Travel Updates
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMTM1 J34 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Sheffield District
Location : The M1 southbound exit slip at junction J34 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 20:00 and 06:00 from 11 December 2023 to 14 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
Sheffield District Live M1 Traffic News
Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
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The M1 is 195 miles long and passes through the following UK counties; Greater London, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Leicestershire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire.
These major UK towns and cities can easily be reached from the motorway; London, Brent Cross, Watford, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead, Luton, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Rugby, Leicester, Loughborough, Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Wakefield and Leeds.
The Busiest Sections of the M1 Motorway in England
The M1 motorway is one of the most important and busiest roads in the United Kingdom, connecting London to Leeds and linking with other major routes such as the M25, M6, M62 and A1(M).
The M1 carries considerable traffic daily, especially in the south and east Midlands regions, where it serves many large towns and cities. According to the latest statistics from 2019, the average annual daily flow (AADF) of vehicles on the M1 was 144,000, making it the second busiest motorway in England after the M25.
But which sections of the M1 are the most congested and crowded? Based on the data from 2019, here are the top five busiest areas of the M1 motorway in England:
1. M1 Southbound: J43-J42
This section of the M1 is located in West Yorkshire, near Leeds. A five-lane motorway carries traffic from the M621 and the A1(M) towards Wakefield, Barnsley and Sheffield. It has an AADF of 8,417 vehicles per hour, making it England’s busiest section of the M1. This section is often subject to heavy traffic and delays due to its high volume and frequent junctions.
2. M1 Northbound: J42-J43
This section of the M1 is in the opposite direction of the previous one, carrying traffic from Wakefield, Barnsley and Sheffield towards Leeds, the M621 and the A1(M). It is also a five-lane motorway with an AADF of 8,642 vehicles per hour, making it England’s second busiest section of the M1. This section is also prone to congestion and accidents due to its high demand and limited capacity.
3. M1 Southbound: J7-J8
This section of the M1 is located in Hertfordshire, near London. A four-lane motorway carries traffic from Luton and Milton Keynes towards St Albans and Hemel Hempstead. It has an AADF of 8,301 vehicles per hour, making it England’s third busiest section of the M1. This section is often affected by traffic jams and disruptions due to its proximity to London and other busy routes.
4. M25 Clockwise: J21-J21a
This section of the M25 is located in Hertfordshire, near London. A four-lane motorway carries traffic from Watford and Northampton towards St Albans and Luton. It has an AADF of 8,337 vehicles per hour, making it England’s fourth busiest section of the M1. This section is also subject to frequent delays and incidents due to its high volume and complex junctions.
5. M1 Northbound: J6a-J7
This section of the M1 is located in Hertfordshire, near London. A four-lane motorway carries traffic from St Albans and Hemel Hempstead towards Luton and Milton Keynes. It has an AADF of 7,982 vehicles per hour, making it England’s fifth busiest section of the M1. This section is also affected by traffic jams and disruptions due to its proximity to London and other busy routes.
These are the five busiest sections of the M1 motorway in England, based on the latest data from 2019. They are all located in the south and east Midlands regions, where the M1 serves many large towns and cities. They are also all connected to other major routes, such as the M25, M6, M62 and A1(M), which increase their volume and complexity. These sections are often subject to congestion and delays, which can affect motorists’ travel time and safety.
The M1 motorway is vital for the United Kingdom, connecting many important destinations and regions. It is also a road that faces many challenges and issues due to its high demand and limited capacity. The government and Highways England are constantly working to improve and maintain the M1 motorway by implementing various schemes and projects such as smart motorways, junction improvements, road widening and resurfacing. These measures aim to enhance the performance and reliability of the M1 motorway and to provide a better service for its users.
The History of the M1 Motorway in England
The M1 motorway is one of the UK’s most important and busiest roads, and it connects London to Leeds and links with other major routes like the M25, M6, M62 and A1(M). The motorway is 193 miles (311 km) long and was built in four phases between 1959 and 1999.
The M1 carries a lot of traffic daily, especially in the south and east Midlands regions, where it serves many big towns and cities. According to the latest stats from 2019, the average number of vehicles on the M1 was 144,000 per day, making it the second busiest motorway in England after the M25.
But how did the M1 come to be? And how has it changed over time? In this article, we will look at the history of the M1 motorway in England and see how it has evolved.
The First Phase: 1959-1968
The first phase of the M1 was opened on 2nd November 1959 by the transport minister, Ernest Marples. It was a big deal for the British public, and many were excited to drive at unlimited speeds and reach places in record time. It was a real revolution in travel.
The first phase was a 73-mile (117 km) stretch from St Albans in Hertfordshire to Crick in Northamptonshire. It was built mainly by John Laing and Son Ltd, a construction company that also created many other parts of the motorway network.
The first phase also included two spurs: the M10 (from junction 7 to south of St Albans) and the M45 (from junction 17 to Coventry). The M10 connected to the A1, the main road from London to Scotland. The M45 connected to the A45, the main road from Birmingham to East Anglia.
The first phase of the M1 was very different from what we see today. It had no speed limits, crash barriers or lighting, and soft shoulders instead of hard ones. This meant drivers had to be very careful and alert when driving on the motorway.
The first phase of the M1 was also very popular. It attracted many drivers who wanted to experience the thrill of driving on a new and fast road. Some even went on it for fun or as a day out. However, this also meant that the motorway soon became crowded and congested. There were also many accidents and crashes due to the lack of safety features and driver behaviour.
The Second Phase: 1968-1977
The second phase of the M1 was opened between 1968 and 1977. It extended the motorway from Crick in Northamptonshire to Hook Moor in West Yorkshire, where it joined with the A1(M). It also added more lanes and junctions to cope with the increasing traffic.
The second phase was a 120-mile (193 km) stretch that ran through Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, South Yorkshire and West Yorkshire. It was built by various contractors and involved many engineering challenges, such as crossing rivers, valleys and hills.
The second phase of the M1 also introduced some new features, such as speed limits, crash barriers and lighting. These were added to improve safety and reduce accidents on the motorway. However, they also caused some controversy among drivers who felt that they were losing their freedom and fun on the road.
The second phase of the M1 also faced some opposition from environmentalists and local residents concerned about the motorway’s impact on their land, wildlife and communities. Some protests and campaigns were organised to stop or delay the motorway construction.
The Third Phase: 1977-1999
The third phase of the M1 was opened between 1977 and 1999. It extended the motorway from Hook Moor in West Yorkshire to Leeds and added more lanes and junctions to cope with the growing traffic.
The third phase was a 13-mile (21 km) stretch that ran through West Yorkshire and connected with the M62 and the M621. It was built by various contractors and involved complex engineering works such as building bridges, tunnels and viaducts.
The third phase of the M1 also introduced some new features, such as variable speed limits, CCTV cameras and emergency telephones. These were added to improve traffic management and safety on the motorway. However, they also caused some complaints from drivers who felt they were being monitored and controlled by the authorities.
The third phase of the M1 also faced some challenges from weather conditions and roadworks that affected the construction and operation of the motorway. Some delays and disruptions were caused by snow, ice, rain and fog. Some repairs and maintenance were also needed to fix the damage caused by wear and tear, accidents and vandalism.
The Fourth Phase: 1999-present
The fourth phase of the M1 is still ongoing and involves upgrading and improving the existing motorway sections to meet the current and future traffic needs.
The fourth phase includes schemes and projects such as smart motorways, junction improvements, road widening and resurfacing. These aim to enhance the performance and reliability of the M1 motorway and to provide a better service for its users.
Smart motorways are sections of the motorway that use technology to monitor and manage traffic flow. They can vary the speed limits, open or close lanes, display signs and messages, and respond to incidents. They can also use the hard shoulder as an extra lane during peak times or emergencies.
Junction improvements are works that modify or rebuild the existing junctions to improve their capacity, safety and efficiency. They can involve adding or removing lanes, changing layouts, installing signals or roundabouts, or creating new access roads or bridges.
Road widening is a work that adds more lanes to the existing sections of the motorway to increase their capacity and reduce congestion. It can involve widening the carriageway, building new bridges or viaducts, or acquiring more land.
Resurfacing is work that replaces or repairs the existing surface of the motorway to improve its quality and durability. It can involve removing or laying new asphalt, concrete or gravel or applying new markings or coatings.
These are some of the central schemes and projects that are part of the fourth phase of the M1 motorway. National Highways carry them out the government agency responsible for managing and maintaining England’s motorways and major roads. The M1 is vital for the UK, connecting many important destinations and regions. It is also a road that faces many challenges and issues due to its high demand and limited capacity.
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What are the predictions for transport between Nottingham and Leeds tomorrow [Nov 13 2021] ? I am travelling by National Express, the coach is supposed to leave Notts at 3 15 and arrive in Leeds at 5 45, and the concert I’m attending starts [as in band onstage] at 7pm. I need to make sure I’m not going to be delayed.
Why is the page still displaying only 90 mins delays on M1 Jnc 14-15 ? We have been stuck for 2.5 hours and need to know how long we will be stuck so we make decisions on hotel booking. Thanks
Sorry but not a live travel report but was involved in an incident on the M1 at 1900 hrs on the 3rd October when Southern Motorway was closed before Junction 28 to remove debris causing damage to several cars. I would really appreciate if I could get a report from your good selves on this as it appeared on your website.
My insurance company requires this info. Many thanks in anticipation.
John Salmon