M8 J18 Bothwell Street Interchange

Layout and signage

Anderston
Charing Cross
City Centre
       

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 2 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Lane 5 continues ahead.

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