M1 J13 Ridgmont Interchange

Layout and signage

Milton Keynes (S)
Bedford
A421 Link
Ampthill
A507
  A421


   
A421


A507
  Bedford
A421 Link
Woburn
Ampthill
A507

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return (part time using the hard shoulder).
  • Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Then further along:
  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • 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.
  • Then further along:
  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad (part time using the hard shoulder).
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply
  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply

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