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Direction signs

What do direction signs look like?

Direction signs are square and can have several background colours, including blue, yellow, white, orange and brown. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Direction signs provide information about place names, services, routes, lane choices, road choices and the distance to destinations.
Route number for European route

Route number for European route

Route number for European route

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Is the European route number sign important for the theory test and the driving test?

The European route number sign is important on the theory test because you must be able to recognize the sign and understand that it confirms which European route you are driving on. On the driving test you must show that you know the sign confirms you are on the correct route.

What is the European route number sign?

The European route number sign shows that you are driving on a European route. The sign has a green background with a white border and white text consisting of the letter E followed by one to three digits (e.g. E6, E134 or E39).

When do you encounter the European route number sign?

You see the European route number sign at:

  • The start of a European route – where the road becomes part of the European route network.
  • After junctions – as a separate sign to confirm you are still on the same European route.
  • Along stretches between cities – to reassure you that you are on the correct road.

Why is the European route number sign important?

The European route number sign confirms that you are on the correct international main road. Without the sign you would have to rely on a map or GPS, which can fail. The sign helps you navigate correctly.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the European route number sign

  • Does the sign apply to exit ramps? – No, the European route number sign applies only along the main route, not on ramps.
  • Can the numbers be four digits? – No, European route numbers usually have two or three digits.
  • What is the difference between European route and national road on signs? – European routes use a green background with white E+number, while national roads have a blue background with Rv+number.