Route
Junction number
4A
Markerpost
Unknown
Name
Heartlands Interchange
Type
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
None
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M8 J4A Heartlands Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Heartlands Whitburn |
|
Heartlands Whitburn |
Lane configuration
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
- Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
- Lane 2 continues ahead.
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