Crash closes Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel in both directions

Mt Victoria tunnel is closed in both directions after a crash. File photo / Mark Mitchell

Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel is closed in both directions after a three-vehicle crash.

The NZ Transport Agency alerted motorists to the closure in a post to X at 8.45am.

“The tunnel is now closed in both directions due to a crash. Consider an alternative route for your journey.”

SH1 MT VICTORIA TUNNEL - CRASH - 8:45AM
The tunnel is now CLOSED in both directions due to a crash. Consider an alternative route for your journey. ^SG pic.twitter.com/0dnFuZ6M0p

— NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi - Wellington (@nztawgtn) September 26, 2025

A witness wrote on social media that the crash was “a head on” at the Hataitai end and “looked pretty serious”, but police said no one was hurt.

“Mt Victoria tunnel is closed following a three-vehicle crash ... there are no reported injuries.

“Motorists are asked to avoid the area and take alternative routes.”