A3 Hook Underpass

Layout and signage

  A243


A309
    A243



  Dorking
Leatherhead
A243
Staines
Esher
A309

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Then further along:
  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 splits to create a new lane.

Other events

  • Signs National Speed Limit begins

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