A627(M) J1 Chadderton Interchange

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N/A       A663

A627






  Manchester
Failsworth
A663 (M60 Link)
Royton, Shaw
A663
Oldham A627

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Start of motorway regulations
  • Signs National Speed Limit begins
  • Signs End of motorway regulations
  • Signs 40mph speed limit begins

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