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Major motorway closed after horror crash sparking 2 MILES of delays and diversion in place for thousands of drivers

Published on March 24, 2025 at 08:35 PM

Major motorway closed after horror crash sparking 2 MILES of delays and diversion in place for thousands of drivers

A MAJOR motorway has been closed after a horror crash, sparking two miles of delays for drivers.

The M6 was shut in the southbound direction between junctions 17 and 16 following the “serious collision” at around 7pm in Cheshire.

Cops and ambulance services remain at the scene – as drivers are directed away via a diversion.

There is approximately two miles of congestion on approach to the closure, according to National Highways.

A spokesman said: “The M6 in Cheshire is closed southbound between J17 (Sandbach) and J16 (Crewe) due a serious collision.

“Cheshire Police, North West Ambulance Service and National Highways Service providers are in attendance.

“On approach to the closure, delays are likely.”

In a further statement, they added: “Trapped traffic is currently being released via lane 4 (of 4).

“There is congestion of approx. 2 miles on approach to the closure.”

Drivers have been urged to call 0300 123 5000 for updates.

Diversion details

  • Exit the M6 at J17
  • At the end of the slip road turn right on to the A534
  • Follow the A534 towards Crewe
  • At the Crewe Green Roundabout take the second exit on to the A5020 University Way
  • Follow the A5020 on to David Whitby Way
  • At the Weston Gate Roundabout with the A500 take the first exit
  • Follow the A500 Shavington Bypass eastbound on to Alsager Road and continue to the M6 J16
  • At the roundabout take the fourth exit to re-join the M6 southbound

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Nighttime highway traffic jam.
The M6 has closed between junctions 16 and 17 following a crash
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