Route
Junction number
None
Markerpost
Unknown
Name
Wellington Street Junction
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Terminus at top of exit list
Other routes
A58, A65
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
A58(M) Wellington Street Junction
Layout and signage
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
Other events
End of motorway regulations
40mph speed limit begins
Start of motorway regulations- 40mph speed limit begins
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