Dartford Crossing Assistance

Independent Service Notice: We are an independent assistance service helping drivers pay Dartford Crossing charges. We are not affiliated with Dart Charge or any government body.

Get help paying your Dartford Crossing (Dart Charge) online. Avoid penalties and pay conveniently with our assistance service for the QE2 Bridge and Dartford Tunnel.

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About Dartford Crossing

The Dartford Crossing is a major road crossing of the River Thames in England, carrying the A282 road between Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex. It consists of two tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge.

🌉 QE2 Bridge

The cable-stayed bridge carries traffic northbound with four lanes, opened in 1991.

🚇 Dartford Tunnels

Two tunnels carry southbound traffic - the original (1963) and new tunnel (1980).

Operation

Open 24/7 with free-flow electronic charging (no toll booths).

🚗 Usage

Used by over 50 million vehicles annually, making it one of the UK's busiest crossings.

Dart Charge Payment System

Since 2014, the Dartford Crossing uses the Dart Charge system - an electronic payment scheme with no toll booths. Payments must be made online, by phone, or at retail outlets by midnight the day after crossing.

Payment Deadline: You must pay the Dartford Crossing charge by midnight the day after you cross. For example, if you cross on Monday, you must pay by Tuesday midnight.

Payment Assistance Service

We help drivers pay their Dartford Crossing charges through our convenient assistance service. Our team handles the payment process for you, saving you time and helping you avoid penalties.

How Our Assistance Works

  1. Provide Your Details: Share your vehicle registration number and crossing date
  2. We Contact You: Our team reaches out to confirm details and provide service fee quote
  3. Review Costs: You see the total amount (toll + our service fee) before proceeding
  4. Secure Payment: Complete payment through our secure system
  5. Confirmation: Receive payment confirmation and avoid penalties

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Our assistance service makes paying Dart Charge simple and stress-free. Avoid the £70 penalty charge with our help.

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Dartford Crossing Charges

Current Dartford Crossing charges for different vehicle types (standard rates):

Vehicle Type Standard Charge Dart Charge Account
Motorcycles, Mopeds & Quad Bikes Free Free
Cars (including trailers) £2.50 £2.00
Small buses (9-16 passenger seats) £3.00 £2.63
Goods vehicles (2-axle) £3.00 £2.63
Goods vehicles (multi-axle) £6.00 £5.19
Buses/Coaches (17+ passenger seats) £3.00 £2.63

Penalty Warning: If you don't pay the Dartford Crossing charge by midnight the day after crossing, you may receive a £70 Penalty Charge Notice (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days).

Our Service Benefits

⏱️ Save Time

No need to navigate the official payment website - we handle everything for you.

🛡️ Avoid Penalties

We ensure your payment is processed correctly and on time to avoid fines.

📞 Personal Assistance

Get help from our knowledgeable team throughout the payment process.

💳 Secure Payment

All payments processed through secure, encrypted systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dartford Crossing charge? +

The Dartford Crossing charge (also known as Dart Charge) is a fee for using the Dartford Crossing, which includes the QE2 Bridge and Dartford Tunnels. It applies to most vehicles crossing the River Thames at this location.

When do I need to pay the Dartford charge? +

You must pay the Dartford Crossing charge by midnight the day after you cross. For example, if you cross on Monday, you must pay by Tuesday midnight.

What happens if I forget to pay? +

If you don't pay by the deadline, you may receive a £70 Penalty Charge Notice (reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days). Our service helps ensure you never miss the payment deadline.

How does your assistance service work? +

We help you pay your Dartford Crossing charge by handling the payment process on your behalf. You provide your vehicle details, we contact you with a service fee quote, and once approved, we process both the toll payment and our service fee securely.

Are you affiliated with Dart Charge? +

No, we are an independent assistance service and are not affiliated with Dart Charge or any government body. We help facilitate payments but are not an official payment portal.

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Don't risk penalties for forgetting to pay your Dartford Crossing charge. Our assistance service makes the process simple and stress-free.

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