Route
Junction number
1
Markerpost
9.0 km
Name
Bidston Island
Terminus
Terminus at top of exit list
Other routes
A554, A5139
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M53 J1 Bidston Island
Layout and signage
|
Wallasey Birkenhead A554 All Docks  A5139 Liverpool (Tunnel) |
A554 |
|
A5139 A554 |
N/A |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 exits and does not return.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
Other events
End of motorway regulations
40mph speed limit begins
Start of motorway regulations
National Speed Limit begins
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