M42 (M5 J4A) Catshill Interchange

Layout and signage

N/A   M5



    M5



  The SOUTH WEST
Worcester
M5 Link
The NORTH WEST
Birmingham
(W, N & Cen)
Stourbridge
M5 Link

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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

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