Route
Junction number
19
Markerpost
132.5 km
Name
Catthorpe Interchange
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
M6, A14
Authority
Restricted turns
Some turns restricted
Services
No services
M1 J19 Catthorpe Interchange
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 exits and does not return.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
Other events
National Speed Limit begins
Variable Speed Limits apply
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