A19 Jarrow Interchange

Layout and signage

Jarrow
Hebburn
A185
  A185



    B1297

A185

  Jarrow
Hebburn
A185

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs 40mph speed limit begins
  • Signs National Speed Limit begins

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