Pay the Dartford Crossing charge (Dart Charge)
Fines (Penalty Charge Notices)
You can get a £70 fine if you do not pay the Dart Charge.
You must pay the fine within 28 days of receiving a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
The fine will be:
- reduced to £35 if you pay within 14 days
- increased to £105 if you do not pay it
This is in addition to paying the original crossing charge.
Pay or challenge the fine online
You need:
- your vehicle registration number (number plate)
- your PCN reference number
- evidence to show why your PCN was issued incorrectly (if you’re challenging the PCN)
Pay the fine by phone
Pay for a PCN by phoning the PCN contact centre.
PCN contact centre
Telephone: 0300 1313 120
Textphone: 18001 0300 1313 120
Every day, 8am to 8pm
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You cannot challenge a PCN by phone.
Christmas and New Year opening hours
| Date | Opening times |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 24 December 2024 | 8am to 5pm |
| Wednesday 25 December 2024 | Closed |
| Thursday 26 December 2024 | 8am to 5pm |
| Friday 27 December 2024 | 8am to 8pm |
| Saturday 28 December 2024 | 8am to 8pm |
| Sunday 29 December 2024 | 8am to 8pm |
| Monday 30 December 2024 | 8am to 8pm |
| Tuesday 31 December 2024 | 8am to 5pm |
| Wednesday 1 January 2025 | Closed |
Challenge the fine by post
Complete the ‘representation slip’ on your PCN. Return it to:
Dart Charge Enforcement
PO BOX 842
Leeds
LS1 9QF
Contact Dart Charge online about your fine
You can also send questions and complaints online about paying the fine.