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M42 roadworks and closures

Closures tonight, this weekend and the next two weeks, plus the works running now on the M42, straight from National Highways.

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Is the M42 closed? Quick answers

Checked 14:00 on Tuesday 3 November 2026.

Is the M42 closed tonight?

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

Tonight's M42 closures ›

Is the M42 closed this weekend?

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00. Plus 1 lane or slip road closure. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

This weekend's M42 closures ›

Are there roadworks on the M42 right now?

No. Nothing is running on the M42 at 14:00.

Works running now ›

From National Highways' closure report and live feed. Full closure means the carriageway is shut; lane and slip road closures leave it open. Times can change, so check before you set off.

M42 closures tonightTue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

  • Full closureSouthbound21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42/A45 both directions Bickenhill to Coleshill Carriageway and lane closures for HS2 works.
    Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

M42 closures this weekendFri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00. Plus 1 lane or slip road closure. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

  • Full closureSouthboundFri 6 Nov, 21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42/A45 both directions Bickenhill to Coleshill Carriageway and lane closures for HS2 works.
    Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.
  • Slip road closureNorthboundSun 8 Nov, 21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 10 entry slip road closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42 northbound Jct 10. Entry slip road closure for maintenance works.
    Diversion: Diversion route via National Highways network.

M42 roadworks running now

Severe Southbound Starting soon
The M42 southbound between junctions J7A and J6
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 3 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear around 04:00 on 15 November 2026
Severe Northbound Starting soon
The M42 northbound between junctions J5A and J6
🔨 Roadworks
🚦 1 of 3 lanes closed ✅ The event is expected to clear around 04:00 on 11 November 2026

M42 closures in the next 2 weeksOther nights, as far ahead as National Highways have published (to Mon 9 Nov)

Wednesday 4 Nov night · 2 closures

  • Full closureSouthbound21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42/A45 both directions Bickenhill to Coleshill Carriageway and lane closures for HS2 works.
    Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.
  • Full closureSouthbound21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 4 between the exit and entry slip roads carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42 southbound Jct 4 between the exit and entry slip roads. Carriageway closure for maintenance works.
    Diversion: Diversion via National Highways and Local authority network.

Thursday 5 Nov night · 1 closure

  • Full closureSouthbound21:00 to 06:00
    Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure
    Overall Scheme Details: M42/A45 both directions Bickenhill to Coleshill Carriageway and lane closures for HS2 works.
    Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

❓ M42 roadworks — Frequently Asked Questions

Are there roadworks on the M42 right now?

No roadworks are currently running on the M42 according to National Highways.

Is the M42 closed tonight?

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned tonight (Tue 3 Nov, 18:00 to 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, 21:00 to 06:00. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

Is the M42 closed this weekend?

Yes. The M42 has 1 full closure planned this weekend (Fri 6 Nov 18:00 to Mon 9 Nov 06:00): southbound Jct 7a to 6 carriageway closure, Fri 21:00 to 06:00. Plus 1 lane or slip road closure. Diversion: Diversions are via National Highways and local authority networks.

When are M42 roadworks usually carried out?

Most National Highways lane closures on the M42 run overnight and are lifted before the morning peak (07:00–09:30). Full carriageway closures are usually weekend nights, with a signed diversion.

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