The M6 between junctions 21a and 26 is a key strategic route carrying around 120,000 vehicles daily between Lancashire, Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Where does the M6 run through?
The M6 motorway runs from junction 19 of the M1 and the A14 in Catthorpe near Rugby in central England. It passes Coventry, Birmingham, Stafford, Wolverhampton and Stoke-on-Trent. The motorway has major junctions with the M56 and M62 near Warrington, giving access to Chester, Manchester and Liverpool.
Where does the M6 stop?
Cumberland Gap
At the end of the M6 motorway at Carlisle, there is a 6-mile stretch of the A74 which links England to Scotland. This is called the Cumberland Gap.
What junctions are on the M6?
M6 Motorway
- M6 Junction 1-9.
- M6 Junction 10 to Sandbach services.
- M6 Junction 17-26.
- M6 Junction 27 to 35.
- M6 Junction 36 to 42.
How do you avoid the M6?
In the case of the M6 Toll, the alternatives are either to use the regular M6 or the nearby A roads. However, as these are all liable to peak time congestion, the choice is often pay up or hold up. For other tolls, satnavs include an option to avoid toll roads, which will make it easier to find an alternative route.
Where does M6 Toll start and finish?
Junction Information
The M6toll runs for 27 miles, from the M6 (Junction 3a)/ the M42 (Junction 9) and through the Midlands, re-joining the M6 at Junction 11a (near Cannock). All of our maps can be downloaded by clicking below.
What is the longest road in the UK?
the A1
At 410 miles the A1 is Britain’s longest road, connecting London to Edinburgh. The A14 meets the A1 at Brampton in Cambridgeshire and, as part of the A14 project, Highways England has widened it from two lanes to three in both directions between Alconbury and Buckden and built a redesigned junction at Brampton Hut.
Is M6 easy to drive?
Thankfully, the M6 is able to correct for the sensitivity to some extent. A longer undertray and a long wheelbase combined with a slightly understeering nature allow the BMW to be easy to drive at high speeds as well as low speeds.
Is M6 closed 2022?
Overnight closures until 18 November 2022
We’re continuing our work around the M6 junction 10 roundabout and some of the connecting roads. This work will require some overnight closures, more details can be found below.
What is the longest motorway in UK?
the M6
At 231 miles (370km), the M6 is the UK’s longest motorway. It runs from Catthorpe (junction 19 on the M1) to the Scottish Border. The M62 is the highest motorway in the UK. It reaches 1,220ft (372m) near the Pennine Way footbridge.
How many service stations does the M6 have?
There are 3 services on the M6 which are listed on this site, details of which are below. Tapping the links down the left column will provide you with more information on each service area, such as its facilities and exact location.
Why is the M6 closed at junction 26?
The M6 will be closed to southbound drivers for three nights while a 10-mile section of the motorway is upgraded to an ‘all-lane running’ smart motorway. National Highways will be starting to install gantries between junctions 23 (Haydock Island) and 26 (Orrell Interchange) of the M6 this month (September 2022).
Is the M6 free?
Is the road free to use at night? Again, the M6 Toll road is not free to use at night. However, there are reduced fees for evening and night-time use of the paid section. See the table below for details of price bands by time of use.
How do I stop being scared on the motorway?
If you’re still feeling anxious about motorways
Try to avoid too many stimulants – like caffeine – before the drive. Turn down your music and switch your phone off to minimise distractions. If you can, travel when the motorway will be quieter, such as the middle of the day.
What time is rush hour on the M6?
Weekday rush-hours to be avoided if possible are 6am-10am and 4pm-8pm.
Do speed cameras work on M6?
According to motoring organisation the RAC, variable speed cameras “work in a similar way to average speed cameras, but they’re unlikely to be in operation 24/7“. It adds: “They tend to be used on smart motorways when the speed limit is lowered to ease congestion or in the event of poor weather or some other hazard.”
How do I know if I use the M6 Toll?
There are TAG lanes at every plaza – look out for the TAG symbol overhead.
Is the M6 Toll worth it?
M6toll gets you where you want to be. And with M6toll Savers you can save money as you go. Using the M6toll can mean an average saving of 25 minutes†, even on local journeys.
What is the toll charge on M6?
Between 7am and 7pm, the M6 toll cost would be £7.10. If you car were travelling Northbound through the Great Wyrley toll plaza between junctions T6 & T7 it would cost £5.10. Night-time and weekend travel costs less for both toll plazas.
What is Britain’s shortest motorway?
Measuring just 0.6 miles (1 km), the A308(M) in Berkshire between Junction 8/9 of the M4 and the A308 is thought by many to be the shortest of our motorways.
What’s the busiest motorway in the UK?
The M25
The M25 is Britain’s busiest motorway and offers 100 miles of variable speed limits and up to six lanes.