Motorway signs in Ireland
Motorway signs guide you onto, along and off the motorway, covering route numbers, exits, lane use and the overhead signals that manage traffic. They are often blue, and reading them in good time matters because motorway speeds leave little room for last-minute decisions. Learner drivers may not use motorways, so these signs become relevant once you have passed, but the theory test still expects you to know them. Browse the motorway signs below, each with its meaning, then practise in a real quiz.
End of motorway.
This sign indicates the end of the motorway. You are leaving the motorway and its rules will no longer apply.
Entry to motorway.
This road sign informs road users that they are entering the motorway and must obey motorway rules. Before driving on the motorway users must familiarise themselves with motorway rules.
Motorway ends 500 metres ahead.
This is a motorway information sign that tells you that the motorway will end in 500 metres ahead. Motorway rules will no longer apply, for example a lower speed limit may be applicable.
Nearside lane of three closed.
This roadworks warning sign tells you that the nearside (left-hand) lane of three is closed up ahead. If you are in this lane you will need to move to the centre (middle) lane when it is safe to do so.
Nearside lane of two closed.
This roadworks warning sign tells you that the nearside (left-hand) lane is closed ahead. If you are in this lane you will need to move to the offside (right-hand) lane when it is safe to do so.