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🕐 Last verified 21 Feb, 16:30

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Severe
RoadA421
DirectionSouthbound
RegionEastern
CountyBedford
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedSat 21 Feb, 15:58
Cleared16:30
Lasted31 min
Road typeSingle Carriageway
Speed limit60 mph
Weather☁️ Overcast
ReferenceREF-7792273

Times are UK time.

What National Highways say

A421 southbound between A6 near Bedford (south) and M1 | Southbound | Accident

Location : The A421 southbound between the junctions with the A6 Bedford south and the M1 . Lane Closures : Lane one is closed. Reason : Road traffic collision. Status : Currently Active. Time To Clear : The event is expected to clear between 16:45 and 17:00 on 21 February 2026. Return To Normal : Normal traffic conditions are expected between 16:45 and 17:00 on 21 February 2026. Lanes Closed : There is one of two lanes closed.

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Is the A421 closed?

Not because of this crash. It cleared at 16:30 UK time on Sat 21 Feb. See the A421 right now.

What happened on the A421 on 21 Feb 2026?

Crash on the A421 southbound in Bedford, reported at 15:58 UK time on Sat 21 Feb. Cleared at 16:30.

How long did it last?

31 min, from 15:58 UK time on Sat 21 Feb.

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