M40 (M42 J3A) Umberslade Interchange

Layout and signage

The NORTH
Birmingham (E, N, C)
Solihull
NEC & Airport
M42 Link (M1 Link, M6 Link)
The SOUTH WEST
Birmingham (S & W)
Redditch
M42 Link (M5 Link)
     




M42
(M1)
(M6)
  N/A

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply
  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply

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