M54 J2 Coven Heath Interchange

Layout and signage

Wolverhampton
Stafford
(M6 N Link)
A449
  A449
(M6)


    A449


  Wolverhampton
A449

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
  • 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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