End of Motorway

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Core facts about End of Motorway
Sign name	End of Motorway
Sign type	Others Signs
Expected in DTT?	Yes. This sign is commonly covered in Irish driving theory test preparation.
Action required	🔚 The motorway ends here.<br/>🛣️ Motorway regulations and restrictions no longer apply.<br/>🐢 Be prepared for a change in speed limit and road conditions.
Appearance	Rectangular / Blue and white
Typical location	Typically found where the described hazard or regulation applies on Irish roads.

This page explains what the End of Motorway sign means, where it is typically found, and how drivers should respond in Ireland. It also connects you to closely related signs so you can compare similar road situations and build stronger theory-test recall.

What Does This Sign Mean?

Motorway regulations cease here.

Key Points:

🔚 The motorway ends here.

🛣️ Motorway regulations and restrictions no longer apply.

🐢 Be prepared for a change in speed limit and road conditions.

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Additional Lanes Joining From Left - Left Joining Lane Continues (Three to Four Lanes)2

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Additional Lanes Joining From Left - Right Joining Lane Continues (Three to Four Lanes)

Left additional lanes while right lane remains continuous.

Additional Lanes Joining From Right (Two to Three Lanes)

New lane adds from right side.

Frequently Asked Questions about the End of Motorway Sign

What does the End of Motorway sign mean in Ireland?

In Ireland, the End of Motorway sign indicates: Motorway regulations cease here. Understanding this is crucial for safe driving and passing your DTT.

What type of sign is the End of Motorway?

The "End of Motorway" is officially classified as part of the OTHERS group in Ireland. Like other signs of this type, it alerts drivers to specific rules, hazards, or information they must immediately observe.

Will the End of Motorway sign appear on the Irish Theory Test?

Yes, you should expect the End of Motorway sign to appear on your Irish Driving Theory Test (DTT). You must be able to identify it as a OTHERS and know what it requires from you as a driver.

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End of Motorway

Reference Table

Core Sign Facts

Structured metadata for quick AI parsing and theory-test recall.

Core facts about End of Motorway
Sign name	End of Motorway
Sign type	Others Signs
Expected in DTT?	Yes. This sign is commonly covered in Irish driving theory test preparation.
Action required	🔚 The motorway ends here.<br/>🛣️ Motorway regulations and restrictions no longer apply.<br/>🐢 Be prepared for a change in speed limit and road conditions.
Appearance	Rectangular / Blue and white
Typical location	Typically found where the described hazard or regulation applies on Irish roads.