Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels: Where and when

Where the tunnels are

Both tunnels connect the A102 between the south and north sides of the river. Blackwall Tunnel connects the A102 on the west sides of the Greenwich Peninsula to the A12 at Poplar.

Silvertown Tunnel connects on the east side of the Greenwich Peninsula to the A1026 Lower Lea Crossing and A13, and other local destinations.

When charges apply

06:00 - 22:00, Every day except Christmas Day (25th Of December)
Peak charge times: Weekdays 08:00 - 10:00 (Northbound) and 16:00 - 19:00 (Southbound)
Off-peak charge times: Weekdays outside of peak times, and at all times on weekends

Crossings are free between 22:00 - 06:00. 

Both tunnels are open 24 hours a day. If you drive through either Blackwall or Silvertown Tunnel during charging hours, you will need to pay each time you cross, unless your vehicle is exempt from paying the charge. These charges apply in both directions. Find out about charges and what to pay.

Sign up to Auto Pay and you'll automatically pay off-peak charges when they apply. Without Auto Pay, you'll pay peak charges at all times.

Discounts and exemptions for local residents and small businesses

If you live within the surrounding boroughs, you may qualify for certain discounts and exemptions for tunnel charges and local public transport.

East London residents on certain low income benefits may be eligible for a 50% discount on tunnel charges.

Small businesses, charities, and sole traders with a registered address in Greenwich, Newham or Tower Hamlets may be eligible for £1 off the off-peak charge for up to three vehicles.

Register ahead of time to claim your driving discount.

Other driving charges

Our vehicle checker will not show Blackwall and Silvertown tunnel charges yet, but will tell you if you need to pay other charges to drive in London.

• Congestion Charge Zone
• Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)
• Low Emission Zone (LEZ)
• Direct Vision Standard and HGV Safety permit (DVS)