Live updates on M27 congestion and Bluestar bus delays

Traffic in the city centre has returned to normal, and Bluestar are reporting easing delays on their services.

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Traffic on Itchen Bridge is gridlocked in both directions.

Images from traffic cameras show that the westbound carriageways are moving normally, whereas the eastbound roads are still facing congestion.

(Image: National Highways)

Due to delays caused by congestion, Bluestar confirmed on social media that they have cancelled a bus service.

#TravelAlert Due to being heavily delayed on previous journey from congestion. The Bluestar 3 from Baragte 18:10 - Eastleigh is not running. The next service is at 19:10. Apologies.^jmc

— Bluestar (@BluestarHQ) November 28, 2024

Google Maps' traffic view also shows several main city centre roads backed up too, with delays engulfing St Andrews Road eastbound.

(Image: Google Maps)

AA Traffic Map is reporting an average speed of 10mph eastbound on the M27.

Southampton bus operator Bluestar is reporting "significant" delays on several routes.

#TravelAlert There are significant delays on the following routes 2, 3, 8, 9, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20 due to heavy peak time traffic congestion. Delays are up to 40 mins later than their scheduled times. Use the App to track your bus. Apologies.^jmc

— Bluestar (@BluestarHQ) November 28, 2024

Google Maps' traffic view is showing heavy delays eastbound on the M27 between Stoneham Interchange and Rownhams service station. The queues appear to be building.

(Image: Google Maps)

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Heavy rush hour traffic is causing congestion across the M27 and Southampton's buses are facing severe delays.

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