A crash on the M25 has caused severe traffic delays just as millions are expected to travel for the early May bank holiday weekend. The incident occurred early Tuesday in Surrey, involving a van. Motorists are currently held up between junction J10 (Guildford) and J11 (Woking).
As of midday, queues stretch for six miles, resulting in delays of around 45 minutes. There are also significant backups on the anticlockwise carriageway, with traffic extending back towards Heathrow Airport and junction J13.
The early May bank holiday is projected to be the busiest on UK roads in a decade. The RAC forecasts approximately 19 million trips over this weekend. Today alone, 3.7 million people are expected to hit the roads, often referred to as ‘Frantic Friday’.
Saturday is anticipated to be even busier, with around 4 million trips planned. This surge in travel comes despite high fuel prices—currently averaging 157.17 pence per litre for petrol and 189.23 pence per litre for diesel.
National Highways reported, “Surrey Police are now on scene with traffic officers. There are currently delays of 45 minutes and 6 miles of congestion on the approach.” Sean Kimberlin from RAC added, “Even though fuel prices are uncomfortably high, it clearly takes a lot to stop drivers taking to the roads to make the most of a bank holiday weekend.”
Officials have not disclosed the cause of the crash yet. Observers anticipate that traffic will remain heavy as more travelers embark on their journeys throughout the day.
