M60 J7 Chester Road Interchange

Layout and signage

Altrincham
A56
  A56     A56   Altrincham
Stretford
A56

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Lane 5 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 exits and returns after the junction.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • There is a barrier between lanes.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.
  • Lane 5 continues ahead.

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