M11 Traffic News – Live Updates and Travel Information

The M11 motorway is a crucial route for travellers in the East of England, linking London and Cambridge. It also provides access to Stansted Airport, Harlow and Epping Forest. If you plan a journey on the M11, you can find live traffic news, updates and travel information on this website.

You can check for roadworks, accidents, congestion and delays on the M11 that may affect your travel time. You can also view live maps to see the current traffic conditions on the M11. Stay informed and avoid M11 traffic delays with UK Traffic Delays.

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Northbound M11 Roadworks and Delays

  • M11 J8 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J7A and J8 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 05:00 on 2 December 2023 to 05:00 on 19 December 2023.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:20:47 GMT
  • M11 J8 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound exit slip at junction J8 . 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 4 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Schedule : From 21:00 on 18 December 2023 to 05:00 on 19 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:20:45 GMT
  • M11 J8 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound exit slip at junction J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 05:00 on 2 December 2023 to 21:00 on 4 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:15:18 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J7A and J8 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J7A and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 18 December 2023 to 05:00 on 19 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:15:17 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J5 and J6 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J5 and J6 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder, lanes 1 and 2 are closed. Reason : Road repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 06:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There are two of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 23:02:10 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane two is closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:01:58 GMT
  • M11 J7 northbound exit | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound exit slip at junction J7 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 5 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J7A and J8 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J7A and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 7 December 2023 to 05:00 on 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J7 and J7A | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J6 and J7A . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J6 and J7 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J6 and J7 . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 5 December 2023 to 05:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound access from A406 (south) | Northbound | Road Works | Greater London Authority

    Location : The M11 northbound entry slip at junction J4 South. Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:30 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Schedule : From 23:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Greater London Authority M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound within J14 | Northbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J13 and J14 . Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound access from A406 (north) | Northbound | Road Works | Greater London Authority

    Location : The M11 northbound entry slip at junction J4 North. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:30 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Schedule : From 23:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Greater London Authority M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • link road from M25 J27 anti-clockwise to M11 J6 northbound | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound entry slip at junction J6 from M25 anti-clockwise. Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Schedule : From 23:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound within J7 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J6 and J7 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 5 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J7A and J8 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J7A and J8 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 3 will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 3 December 2023 to 05:00 on 4 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 8 February 2024 to 10 February 2024. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 12 February 2024 to 14 February 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 09:30 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 24 February 2024.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 14 February 2024 to 17 February 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 24 January 2024 to 27 January 2024. Schedule : From 21:00 on 29 January 2024 to 05:00 on 30 January 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 8 January 2024 to 13 January 2024. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 15 January 2024 to 20 January 2024. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 22 January 2024 to 24 January 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 19 February 2024 to 24 February 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 30 January 2024 to 3 February 2024. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 5 February 2024 to 8 February 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J5 and J6 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J5 and J6 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Barrier repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 16:00 on 25 March 2024.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 January 2024 to 6 January 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 northbound between J8a and J9 | Northbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 northbound between junctions J8A and J10 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 09:30 and 15:30 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 09:30 and 15:30 from 11 December 2023 to 13 December 2023.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT

Southbound M11 Roadworks and Delays

  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane two is closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 05:00 on 2 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:01:58 GMT
  • M11 J11 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 5 December 2023 to 05:00 on 8 December 2023.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J8 and J7A | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J8 and J7A . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 7 December 2023 to 05:00 on 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J8 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound exit slip at junction J8 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound within J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 6 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J7 and J6 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J7 and J6 . Lane Closures : Lane three will be closed. Reason : Emergency barrier repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 5 December 2023 to 05:00 on 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J5 and J4 | Southbound | Road Works | Greater London Authority

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J6 and J4 . 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 two lanes closed.
    Greater London Authority M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J5 and J4 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J6 and J4 . 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.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J13 southbound access | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound entry slip at junction J13 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 7 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J10 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound exit slip at junction J10 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 8 December 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J7 and J6 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J7A and J6 . Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Roadside equipment maintenance is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be two of three lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J11 southbound access | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound entry slip at junction J11 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 5 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J11 and J10 | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J12 and J10 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 5 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J11 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound exit slip at junction J11 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 5 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound within J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 6 December 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J12 and J11 | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J12 and J11 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 6 December 2023.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J12 southbound access | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound entry slip at junction J12 . Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J14 and J13 | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J14 and J13 . Lane Closures : Lane two will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : The hard shoulder is closed. Reason : Roadside Equipment Maintenance. Status : Currently Active. Period : expect disruption until 15:30 on 2 December 2023.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • link road from M25 J27 anti-clockwise to M11 J6 southbound | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound entry slip at junction J6 from M25 anti-clockwise. Lane Closures : Lanes 1 and 2 will be closed. Reason : Road repairs are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 22:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 8 December 2023. Schedule : From 23:00 on 8 December 2023 to 06:00 on 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : All lanes will be closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J12 and J11 | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J12 and J11 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 6 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 4 December 2023 to 7 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 7 December 2023 to 9 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 11 December 2023 to 16 December 2023. Schedule : From 21:00 on 18 December 2023 to 05:00 on 19 December 2023. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 J10 southbound exit | Southbound | Road Works | Cambridgeshire

    Location : The M11 southbound exit slip at junction J10 . Reason : Roadworks scheme. Status : Currently Active. Period : from 20:49 on 30 November 2023 to 05:00 on 9 December 2023.
    Cambridgeshire M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Reason : Roadworks scheme is planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : From 21:00 on 4 December 2023 to 05:00 on 4 January 2024.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT
  • M11 southbound between J9 and J8 | Southbound | Road Works | Essex

    Location : The M11 southbound between junctions J10 and J8 . Lane Closures : Lane one will be closed. Reason : Roadworks are planned. Status : Pending. Schedule : Expect disruption everyday between 21:00 and 05:00 from 2 January 2024 to 4 January 2024. Lanes Closed : There will be one of two lanes closed.
    Essex M11 Live Travel Updates
    Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:16:38 GMT

M11 Motorway Traffic Flow Map

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

The M11 motorway is a major road in southeast England, connecting London and Cambridge. It runs 55 miles (89 km) from the North Circular Road (A406) in South Woodford to the A14 northwest of Cambridge. The M11 motorway provides fast and convenient access to Harlow, Stansted Airport and Epping Forest. It was built between 1975 and 1980 as part of a larger improvement project of the A11 road. The M11 motorway has a good safety record and low congestion levels compared to other regional routes.

M11 Motorway: A Guide for Drivers

The M11 motorway is a major road in southeast England, connecting the East Anglia region to east London. It runs 55 miles (89 km) from South Woodford to Girton, near Cambridge. It provides access to essential destinations such as Harlow, Stansted Airport and Cambridge and links to other motorways such as the M25 and the A14.

This article will give you helpful information about the M11 motorway, including its history, traffic volume, busiest and quietest sections, and tips for driving safely and efficiently.

History of the M11 Motorway

The M11 motorway was first proposed as a trunk road in 1915, but various plans were considered and rejected throughout the 1960s. The final construction was undertaken between 1975 and 1980, with the motorway opening in stages. The first section to open was between junctions 7 and 8 in June 1975, and the last was between junctions 4 and 6 in February 1980.

The motorway was designed to relieve congestion on the A11 road, the main route from London to Norwich and the east coast. It also aimed to improve access to Stansted Airport, which opened in 1966 and expanded in the 1980s and 1990s. The motorway has undergone minor improvements since its opening, such as widening at junctions 6 and 8A and adding a free-flow link to the A120 at junction 8A.

Traffic Volume on the M11 Motorway

According to the latest road traffic statistics from the Department for Transport, the M11 motorway carried an average of 77,000 vehicles per day in 2021. This was a decrease of 16% from 2019 due to the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on travel patterns. However, this was still higher than the average of 72,000 vehicles per day in 2010.

The traffic volume on the M11 motorway varies by section and direction. The busiest area is between junctions 4 and 6, where the highway meets the M25, and this section carried an average of 103,000 vehicles per day in 2021. The quietest area is between junctions 9 and 10, where the motorway passes through rural Cambridgeshire, and this section carried an average of 49,000 vehicles per day in 2021.

The traffic volume on the M11 motorway also varies by time of day and day of the week. The peak hours are between 7 am and 9 am and between 4 pm and 6 pm on weekdays when commuters travel to and from work. The peak days are Friday and Sunday when leisure travellers use the motorway for weekend trips. The off-peak hours are between 10 pm and 6 am on weekdays and between midnight and 8 am on weekends, when traffic is lightest.

Busiest and Quietest Sections on the M11 Motorway

As mentioned above, the busiest section on the M11 motorway is between junctions 4 and 6, where it meets the M25. This section is prone to congestion and delays, especially during peak hours and days. Drivers should plan and check live traffic updates before using this section.

The quietest section on the M11 motorway is between junctions 9 and 10, passing through rural Cambridgeshire. This section is usually free-flowing and smooth, except for occasional roadworks or incidents. Drivers should enjoy the scenic views of the countryside while driving in this section.

Tips for Driving on the M11 Motorway

Driving on the M11 motorway can be a pleasant and efficient experience if you follow some simple tips:

  • Check your route before you set off, and avoid travelling during peak hours or days if possible.
  • Keep a safe distance from other vehicles and follow the speed limit of 70 mph (112 km/h) unless otherwise indicated.
  • Use lane discipline and keep to the left unless overtaking or turning right.
  • Be aware of variable speed limits and smart motorway signs that may change according to traffic conditions.
  • Be prepared for changing weather conditions and adjust your driving accordingly.
  • Take regular breaks at service stations or rest areas along the motorway.
  • Respect other road users and drive courteously.

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Learn everything you need to know about the M11 motorway, from its history and traffic volume to its busiest and quietest sections and driving tips. Find out how to avoid congestion and delays and enjoy a smooth journey on the M11 motorway.

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11 thoughts on “M11 Traffic News – Live Updates and Travel Information”

  1. There is never consistency about when roadworks are to be planned. The website adds and drops details. It is also very hard to read. Also, yellow signs put up by the motorway DO NOT correspond to what you have on the website. Since traffic ends up getting diverted into CAmbridge (without residents being properly notified or , it seems, the city council). This is not acceptable. I have emailed about this before but you did not reply.

  2. There is no mention of night closures between Junction 7 and 8 on M11. However, last night Tuesday 22nd March the Northbound carriageway was blocked off at Junction 7 for Harlow diverting traffic towards Harlow. Then the road between Harlow and Bishops Stortford was also blocked off – diverting traffic via Old Harlow and Sheering through dark, narrow winding lanes. I have trouble seeing in the dark with lights coming towards me so would not have started out on my journey if road closures had been shown. I check this site every evening before I travel to ensure there are no closures.

    I have just come back along the M11 in daylight and there is a clear sign up saying night closures between Friday 25th March and Monday 28th March. However again this is not shown on your website. News of Northbound closures between J7 – J8 just seem to have disappeared?????

  3. No Mention of the overnight closures for the construction of new junction 7A, how long will this last? when will the bridges be lifted into position

  4. Southbound M11 near Debden junction, inside lane depression in surface deep enough to throw car about. Could be the start of a sink hole.

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