Route
Junction number
1
Markerpost
24.5
Name
Broughton Roundabout
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A6
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M55 J1 Broughton Roundabout
Layout and signage
|
Preston Broughton A6 |
A6 |
  |
A6 |
Preston Broughton A6 |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 exits and does not return.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- There is a barrier between lanes.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
- Then further along:
- Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
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