By Molly Magennis
The Westgate bridge will be closed after Christmas and early into the new year, causing major delays.
From 9pm, Sunday, December 26, to 6am Tuesday, January 4, three outbound lanes on the Westgate bridge will be closed for maintenance works.
Two outbound lanes will remain open, and inbound lanes towards the city will not be affected.
Vic Roads advises drivers to plan an alternative route via Footscray Road, and for those heading to the west or Surf Coast for the holidays, take the alternative route via Footscray Road, crossing the Maribyrnong River to reach the West.
There are two exit routes on the approach to the West Gate Bridge at Todd Road and Montague Street, travellers should follow detour signs to the alternative route.
For those heading into the city, more public transport services will be added during this time.
Vic Road also advises drivers to look out for detour signs around the area and allow for extra travel time.
