M8 (M74 J1) Kingston Junction

Layout and signage

East Kilbride
Carlisle
M74 Link
East Kilbride
(A730)
Tradeston
A8
 

(A8)
(A8)
(A8)
   



M74
 

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 2 exits and does not return.
  • Lane 3 exits and does not return.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Lane 5 continues ahead.
  • Lane 6 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 2 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • Lane 3 is gained from the entry sliproad.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Lane 5 continues ahead.
  • Lane 6 continues ahead.

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