Information signs
What do information signs look like?
Information signs are square, with a blue background, white border and a white symbol with text. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Information signs provide information about special rules — including prohibitions and requirements that apply on a particular stretch of road or at a specific location.
End of express road
End of express road
The end-of-express-road sign
Is the end-of-express-road sign important for the theory test and the driving test?
Yes. On the theory test you may be asked what the sign means and when it is used. During the driving test you must demonstrate that you know the rules that apply when the express road ends.
What is the end-of-express-road sign?
The end-of-express-road sign is an information sign that marks that the road no longer follows express road rules. After the sign, ordinary traffic rules for an ordinary road apply.
When do you encounter the end-of-express-road sign?
You will find the sign at:
- Transitions to an ordinary road – where the express road transitions into an ordinary road.
- Advance warning – 250–350 m before the actual end, with a supplementary sign indicating the distance.
- Exit ramps – if there could otherwise be doubt about where the express road ends.
In the image you see the end-of-express-road sign placed where the express road provisions cease to apply.
What happens if you overlook the end-of-express-road sign?
If you do not adjust your driving to an ordinary road, you may end up in head-on collisions or drive too fast. You also risk breaking speed limits and yielding rules that apply after the express road rules have ceased.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the end-of-express-road sign
- Should I expect oncoming traffic? – Yes. After the sign, traffic may share both directions on the same roadway, so you must be prepared for oncoming vehicles.
- Does the sign apply to cyclists and pedestrians? – The sign marks the end of express road rules for motor vehicles. Cyclists and pedestrians can usually use the road after the sign.
- Can the end-of-express-road sign be placed together with a speed limit sign? – Yes. The sign can be combined with a speed limit sign (prohibition sign 362), which is placed on top.