M42 Weekend Closure (24–27 July 2026)

The following closures will be in place from 9:00pm on Friday 24 July until 5:00am on Monday 27 July 2026:

M42 Northbound: Junction 6 to Junction 9
M42 Southbound: Junction 7a to Junction 6

Travelling to the NEC

Approaching via the M42 Northbound

Visitors travelling to the NEC should leave the M42 at Junction 6 as usual.
Please be aware that diversion routes for other traffic may cause congestion, so additional journey time is recommended.

Approaching via the M42 Southbound

Follow the signed diversion onto the M6 Southbound, exit at Junction 3, rejoin the M6 Northbound and continue to Junction 4, then follow signs to the NEC.
Alternatively, leave the M42 at Junction 9 and travel via the A446 Southbound.

Allow Extra Time

We expect increased traffic levels and delays throughout the closure period. Please allow extra time for your journey and check traffic updates before setting off where possible.

Leaving the NEC

Please note that it will not be possible to access the M42 via Junction 6 when leaving the NEC. Diversion routes will be clearly signed, and we ask visitors to follow the appropriate alternative routes.

Further Information

More details about the closure can be found on the HS2 notice: UPDATED HS2 Notice of M42 Full Weekend Closures Between J6–9 Northbound and J7a–6 Southbound

Thank you for your patience while these essential improvement works take place. We look forward to welcoming you to the NEC and recommend planning ahead to help ensure a smooth journey.