Cars and vans on motorway after '9pm tonight' at risk of £50 fines

James Rodger

10 May 2024 at 2:41 am·2-min read

Drivers have been warned over traffic chaos with longer diversions and threat of fines as the M25 motorway shuts again. From this evening (Friday, May 10), the M25 will be shut between junctions nine (A243 Leatherhead) and 10 (A3 Wisley) from 9pm until 6am on Monday, May 13.

Worryingly, some satnavs are re-routing drivers through a Ulez zone - meaning a motorist falling fall of the Ulez ruels on Friday, Saturday, Sunday AND Monday could be charged £12.50 each time - working out to £50. You can pay by midnight on the third day following the journey or up to 90 days in advance.

The daily charge is: £12.50 for cars, motorcycles, vans and specialist vehicles (up to and including 3.5 tonnes) and minibuses (up to and including 5 tonnes). Jonathan Wade, senior project manager at National Highways, said motorists would be "perfectly safe" as long as they follow the diversion routes and ignore some sat navs taking drivers on minor roads.

He added: “This is far from a repeat of the previous closure, as the alternative routes are longer and will be different for over-height vehicles and all other traffic. Drivers listened to our advice last time which reduced motorway traffic levels by over two-thirds and meant delays were limited.

“Our advice again is please only travel if absolutely necessary and make sure you give yourself extra time if you do choose to use the M25.” A spokesperson for Gatwick Airport told GB News: "Passengers driving to the airport are advised to check diversion routes before they travel and allow extra time for potential delays.

“Gatwick’s train station is well connected and is a great alternative option for people travelling to the airport this weekend.” National Highways also urged motorists up and down the country to only travel in the area "if necessary."

"We’re grateful to all drivers last time who avoided the closure and completed their journeys in other ways. We urge you to do the same again," it said.

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