A30 (M5 J29) Sowton Interchange

Layout and signage

Bristol
Taunton
Barnstaple
M5 Link
Exeter A3015
  M5


A3015


      Exeter A3015
Bristol
Taunton
M5 Link
Science Park

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues ahead.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 exits and does not return.

Other events

  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs Traffic signals
  • Signs Traffic signals
  • Signs Start of motorway regulations

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