M5 J4A Catshill Interchange

Layout and signage

The NORTH EAST (M1 Link)
London (M40 Link)
NEC & Airport
Redditch
M42 Link
      M42   London
(M40 Link)
Birmingham (S & E)
Redditch
M42 Link

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs National Speed Limit begins
  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply

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