North Sea To London
| Crossing | Type | Co-ordinates | Date opened | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravesend - Tilbury Ferry | Passenger ferry | At least since 1571 | ||
| High Speed 1 tunnels | Rail tunnel | 2007 | Two 2.5 km tunnels, 7.15 m internal diameter, between West Thurrock (Essex) and Swanscombe (Kent) | |
| Queen Elizabeth II Bridge | Road bridge | 1991 | Cable-stayed bridge - the southbound element of the Dartford Crossing | |
| Dartford Tunnels | Road tunnels | 1963 and 1980 | The northbound element of the Dartford Crossing | |
| Dartford Cable Tunnel | Utility tunnel | 2005 | Carrying electrical cable; accessible by authorised personnel only |
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