Broken Down on the A38? Breakdown Recovery

Safety first

Broken down on the A38?

The A38 runs north from Burton past Toyota and Mickleover into Derby, through the Kingsway, Markeaton and Little Eaton junctions, then up through Ripley and Alfreton to meet the M1 at junction 28.

Stay safe on the A38

The A38 through and north of Derby is fast and has seen major junction works, so lanes and stopping places can change. If you break down, use the nearest lay-by or slip road if you can, keep well away from traffic and give us the junction name or the last sign you passed.

Read the full guide: what to do if you break down on a motorway or dual carriageway

Tell us where you are

A38 junctions and places we cover

Junction / point	For
A50 Toyota island	Burnaston, Burton side
A516 Mickleover	Etwall, Mickleover
Kingsway	Derby west, hospitals
Markeaton	A52 Ashbourne Road
Little Eaton	A61, A6 Duffield
Kilburn / Denby	Belper
A610 Ripley	Codnor, Nottingham
Alfreton / M1 J28	Mansfield, South Normanton

Tell us which of these you're between, and your direction, when you call. It gets us to you faster.

What happens when you call

Three steps to getting moving again

You call, we listen
Tell us where you are, your vehicle and what happened. We'll check you're safe first.
Upfront price & arrival time
You get a clear, agreed price before we set off - no hidden fees - and a realistic arrival estimate. We aim to be with you within 45 minutes.
Fixed or recovered
We fix it at the roadside where we safely can. If not, we recover your vehicle to home, a garage of your choice or a safe place.

Vehicles

Cars, vans, campervans & motorhomes

Car recoveryFrom small hatchbacks to SUVs, estates and EVs, most car breakdowns are a flat battery, a puncture, a lost key or an engine warning light.Find out more Van recoveryA broken-down van usually means lost work.Find out more Campervan recoveryCampervans are often heavier and taller than they look, and many are converted vans with extra fittings.Find out more Motorhome recoveryMotorhomes need the right kit and planning to recover safely.Find out more

Coverage

The A38 and the roads around it

Towns and cities along the A38

Other roads we cover

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I break down on the A38?

The A38 through and north of Derby is fast and has seen major junction works, so lanes and stopping places can change. If you break down, use the nearest lay-by or slip road if you can, keep well away from traffic and give us the junction name or the last sign you passed.

How quickly can you reach me on the A38?

We aim to reach you within 45 minutes, depending on traffic and which side of the road you're on. Call 07548 282598 for a realistic estimate.

What information do you need?

Your vehicle, the direction you're travelling, the junctions or places you're between, and any marker post or lay-by number.

Do I need breakdown cover?

No - we're pay-as-you-go. You'll get a low, upfront price before we set off.

A38 Breakdown RecoveryBroken down on the A38? We aim to reach you within 45 minutes.