A249 road
The A249 is a road in Kent, England, running from Maidstone to Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey. It mainly functions as a link between the M2 and M20 motorways, and for goods vehicle traffic to the port at Sheerness.
A249 | |
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| Route information | |
| Length | 18.6 mi (29.9 km) |
| Major junctions | |
| South end | Maidstone 51.2704°N 0.5255°E |
| M2 M20 A2 A20 A229 A250 | |
| North end | Sheerness 51.4422°N 0.7572°E |
| Location | |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Road network | |
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In 2006, an upgraded dual carriageway section opened between Iwade and Queenborough, including a new fixed crossing over the Swale. The existing lifting Kingsferry Bridge was retained as an alternative route. On 5 September 2013, more than 100 vehicles were involved in an accident on the crossing.
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