Route
Junction number
40
Markerpost
459 km
Name
Penrith Interchange
Terminus
Not a terminus
Other routes
A66, A592
Authority
Restricted turns
Full access
Services
No services
M6 J40 Penrith Interchange
Layout and signage
|
Penrith Keswick Brough Scotch Corner A66 |
A66 | 
|
A592 A66 |
North Lakes Penrith Keswick A66 |
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.
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