Drivers will face major changes to their journeys after the M62 closure tonight – the first ... The alternative trans-Pennine routes include the A69 between Carlisle and Newcastle, the A66 ...

Traffic is being advised to follow the solid circle diversion route: Leave the M62 westbound at J20. At M62 Jct 20/A627(M) Roundaboutt, take first exit onto A627(M) Southbound and follow for 1.7km.