News · 8 August 2026

M3 lanes closed between Woking and M25 after serious crash in Surrey

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As it stands, two of the four lanes on the M3's eastbound carriageway are closed, leading to significant congestion close to the M25. Traffic is still moving through lanes 3 and 4 in Surrey, between Junction 3 for Woking and Junction 2 for the M25. An entry slip road at Junction 9 northbound will also stay closed until November 2027.

By BriefTea Editorial · 8 August 2026 at 14:05

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