Route
Junction number
30
Markerpost
120 km
Name
Rothwell Interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A642
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M62 J30 Rothwell Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Rothwell Wakefield A642 |
A642 | 
|
A642 |
Rothwell Wakefield A642 |
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.
Other events
Variable Speed Limits apply
National Speed Limit begins
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