Route
Junction number
22
Markerpost
129.7 km
Name
The Bell Interchange
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A1081
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M25 J22 The Bell Interchange
Layout and signage
|
St Albans A1081 |
B556 B556 |
|
A1081 |
St Albans A1081 |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
Other events
Variable Speed Limits apply
- Variable Speed Limits apply
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