Motorway service plaza

Motorway service plaza

A service area ahead with the services shown.

Motorway Signs

What should you do?

Plan to exit if you need a rest, fuel or food, and move left in good time.

How to recognise it

A blue sign with Ionad Seirbhísí / SERVICE AREA, M11 Gorey, 500m and white symbols for fuel, food, toilets, coffee, EV charging and lorry parking.

Common confusion

The service area exit is separate from the junction exits, so don't miss it.

Explanation written by the My Driving Test editorial team using the Department of Transport Traffic Signs Manual conventions and the RSA Rules of the Road.

Quick Facts

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Motorway Signs
Sign Name
Motorway service plaza
Category Size
20 signs

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