Route
Junction number
6
Markerpost
26.0 km
Name
Eastham Interchange
Type
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
None
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M53 J6 Eastham Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Vauxhall (Cars Only) Eastham Oil Terminal |
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Vauxhall (Cars Only) Eastham Oil Terminal |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 exits and does not return.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
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