M20 J1 Swanley Interchange

Layout and signage

The NORTH (M1 Link, M11 Link)
Dartford Tunnel
The WEST
M25 Link
Swanley B2173
London A20
 

B2173

M25

A20
   

M25
 

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs Start of motorway regulations

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