Route
Junction number
12
Markerpost
44 km
Name
Eccles Interchange
Type
Terminus
Last before break point
Other routes
M60, M602
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M62 J12 Eccles Interchange
Layout and signage
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 3 exits and returns after the junction.
- Lane 4 exits and returns after the junction.
- Lane 1 continues ahead.
- Lane 2 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 3 exits and returns after the junction.
- Lane 4 exits and returns after the junction.
Other events
Variable Speed Limits apply
- Variable Speed Limits apply
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