M40 J4 Handy Cross

Layout and signage

High Wycombe
Marlow
A404
  A404
(M4)
    A4010

A404
  High Wycombe
Marlow
Maidenhead
A404 (M4 Link)

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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