Route
Junction number
1
Markerpost
7 km
Name
Frenchay Interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A4174
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M32 J1 Frenchay Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Avon Ring Road Filton Downend A4174 |
A4174 | 
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A4174 |
Avon Ring Road Filton Downend A4174 |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 exits and does not return.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
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