Route
Junction number
5
Markerpost
12.5
Name
Airport Interchange
Type
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A555
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M56 J5 Airport Interchange
Layout and signage
Manchester  Terminals 1 & 2 |
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(A555) |
Manchester Terminals 1 & 2 |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 4 continues ahead.
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