A1 Fiveways Corner

Layout and signage

The NORTH
Luton Airport
M1 Link
  (M1)


A41
      West End
North Circular (W)
Finchley
A41 (A406 W Link)

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 exits and does not return.

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  • Lane 1 continues ahead.
  • Lane 2 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 3 exits and returns after the junction.

Other events

  • Signs Traffic signals
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