M4 J26 Malpas Interchange

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Cwmbran
Casnewydd
Newport
Caerleon
A4051
  A4051     A4051   Casnewydd
Newport
A4051

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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