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Silvertown Tunnel Eases London Traffic, Boosts Bus Services

6/5/2025

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The newly opened Silvertown Tunnel has transformed travel in London, easing congestion around the Blackwall Tunnel with weekday traffic plummeting to 88,000 vehicles. However, the Woolwich Ferry has seen a surge of 1,800 additional vehicles daily. This tunnel also boosts bus services, benefiting over 20,000 passengers each day.

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Story summary

The newly opened Silvertown Tunnel has transformed travel in London, easing congestion around the Blackwall Tunnel with weekday traffic plummeting to 88,000 vehicles. However, the Woolwich Ferry has seen a surge of 1,800 additional vehicles daily. This tunnel also boosts bus services, benefiting over 20,000 passengers each day.