A57(M) Downing Street Junction

Layout and signage

N/A   A6
(A57)
(M67)







    A6






  Ashton-under-Lyne
Oldham
A635
Piccadilly Station
Stockport, Hyde
Sheffield
A6 (A57, M67 Link)

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Start of motorway regulations
  • Signs 30mph speed limit begins
  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs 30mph speed limit begins

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