A SERIOUS crash has closed the A419 in both directions "for some hours".

A post from Swindon Police on social media said: "Drivers are advised to avoid the A419 in Swindon following a serious road traffic accident.

"Closures are in place from the Honda roundabout northbound and motorists are advised to avoid the area or face significant delays.

UPDATE: Five vehicles involved in serious A419 crash

"Motorists are advised to avoid the area or face significant delays.

"The road is expected to be closed for some hours."

As a result of the incident traffic is now queuing from A4311 Cricklade Road to A361. 

UPDATE: The A419 northbound remains closed. The southbound reopened around 10.30am

More follows.