Major M25 Collision Sparks Evening Travel Chaos
A serious collision on the M25 motorway has caused severe disruption for evening commuters, with drivers facing enormous 11-mile queues and extreme delays. The incident occurred on the clockwise carriageway near Great Warley in Essex, between junctions 29 and 30.
Severe Delays and Lane Closures
According to National Highways, the multi-vehicle incident has led to the closure of three lanes. A spokesperson confirmed that lanes 3 and 4 of 4 are closed on the M25 clockwise between J29 (near Upminster) and J30 (near Aveley). The initial closure has caused a significant bottleneck, with congestion stretching back approximately 7.5 miles and causing delays of 50 minutes above usual journey times at the time of the report.
Impact on Drivers and Journey Times
The ripple effect of the crash has been substantial, with the total queue length growing to an estimated 11 miles. Drivers trapped in the traffic are being warned to expect delays of up to 100 minutes on top of their normal travel time for this section of the motorway. The incident, which was reported on the evening of November 28, 2025, has brought a significant portion of the orbital motorway to a standstill, affecting countless journeys.
National Highways and emergency services are on the scene working to clear the incident and reopen the closed lanes. Motorists are strongly advised to avoid the area if possible and to allow for considerable extra time for their journeys if travel is essential.
