M5 J18/J18A Lawrence Weston Interchange

Layout and signage

Bristol & Airport
Shirehampton
Avonmouth & Docks
Aust (A403)
A4
SOUTH WALES
Cardiff
Newport
M49 Link (M4 W Link)
  M49



(A4)
(A403)
      Avonmouth
Bristol (W) & Airport
A4

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 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.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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