M1 J21 Whetstone Interchange

Layout and signage

Coventry
M69 Link
Leicester
A5460
  M69
(M6)
    A5460   Coventry
Birmingham
M69 Link (M6 Link)
Leicester
A5460

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.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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