Drivers who use the Dartford Crossing can expect to pay more than usual from this weekend. Car drivers will have to pay an extra pound every time they use the bridge, rising from £2.50 to £3.50 for the one-off price, from Sunday (September 1).

The crossing is one of the most important links between Kent and the city, making it a popular commuter route. But the road is known to suffer with heavy congestion which affects the local area, neighbouring roads and even the M25 .

Plans to increase the toll prices were announced by the Department for Transport earlier this year in June. Car drivers can soon expect to pay £1 more than they already do, while heavy duty vehicles like coaches and lorries will see a larger increase.

Why are toll prices going up?

Toll prices are being raised as

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