Route
Junction number
26
Markerpost
322.5
Name
Orrell Interchange
Type
Non-standard interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
M58, A577
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M6 J26 Orrell Interchange
Layout and signage
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 continues ahead.
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