Route
Junction number
None
Markerpost
117.5 km
Name
Five Lanes Junction
Type
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
None
Authority
Restricted turns
Some turns restricted
Services
No services
A30 Five Lanes Junction
Layout and signage
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Five Lanes Trewint Altarnun |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
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