M61 J1 Wardley Interchange

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Route

M61

Junction number

Markerpost

Name

Wardley Interchange

Type

Fork

Terminus

Terminus at end of exit list

Other routes

A580

Authority

Highways England

Restricted turns

Some turns restricted

Services

No services

Layout and signage

N/A

A580

Salford
Manchester City Centre
A580

Lane configuration

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Lane 1 continues ahead.
Lane 2 continues ahead.

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Lane 1 terminates.
Lane 2 terminates.

Other events

National Speed Limit begins
Start of motorway regulations

40mph speed limit begins
Traffic signals
End of motorway regulations

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