Route
Junction number
65
Markerpost
53/8 D km
Name
Birtley Interchange
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A194(M), A1231, B1288
Authority
Restricted turns
Some turns restricted
Services
No services
A1(M) J65 Birtley Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Tyne Tunnel South Shields A194(M) Link |
B1288 |
|
A1231 A194(M) |
Washington Sunderland A1231 |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 exits and does not return.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
Other events
End of motorway regulations
Start of motorway regulations
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