The essential route is one of just two road crossings in the area.
MOTORISTS have been warned of delays and diversions next weekend as a major road tunnel is set to close in both directions.
The Kingsway Tunnel on the A59, which connects Liverpool to Wallasey, will be fully shut to traffic in order for key maintenance work to take place.
Also known as the Wallasey Tunnel, the busy route will close in both directions from 7pm on Sunday, March 23, until 6.30am on Monday, March 24.
Merseytravel said the closure is part of an "ongoing investment and modernisation programme" that aims to "futureproof" the tunnels.
The route is a key part of the city region's transport network and is one of just two road crossings underneath the River Mersey.
A spokesperson for the transport agency said: "Key maintenance works are being carried out at the Kingsway Tunnel which means it will be closed fully to traffic from 19:00 on Sunday 23rd March 2025 to 6.30 on Monday 24th March 2025.
"This is part of an ongoing investment and modernisation programme to futureproof the tunnels as a key part of the city region transport network and a vital a cross river travel connection."
Diversion routes will be in place to help ensure drivers can connect their journeys, however heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) will be more limited with where they can travel.
Most motorists will be able to use the nearby Queensway (Birkenhead) Tunnel which operates in both directions.
However, HGVs are not permitted to use this route so will likely have to find an alternative route using bridges to cross the River Mersey near Runcorn.
Bus services across the river will be diverted through the Queensway Tunnel and passengers have been advised to check directly with their operator for any changes to journeys.
A spokesperson for Merseytravel added: "The Queensway (Birkenhead) tunnel will be open as usual but please leave more time for your journey
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