Safety first
Broken down on the A46?
The A46 forms Leicester's western bypass from M1 J21A, then follows the old Fosse Way north-east past Syston, Six Hills and Widmerpool, crossing the A52 near Bingham on its way to Newark.
The A46 is a long rural dual carriageway with fast traffic and few places to stop. If something goes wrong, aim for the next lay-by or slip road. Note the nearest junction or lay-by number and whether you're heading towards Leicester or Newark.
Read the full guide: what to do if you break down on a motorway or dual carriageway
Tell us where you are
A46 junctions and places we cover
| Junction / point | For |
|---|---|
| M1 J21A | Leicester north, Glenfield |
| Anstey / A50 | Groby, Thurcaston |
| Hobby Horse / A6 | Birstall, Rothley |
| Syston / A607 | Thurmaston, Melton |
| Six Hills | Loughborough, Melton |
| Widmerpool / A606 | Keyworth, Melton |
| A52 Saxondale | Radcliffe, Bingham |
| Newark | A1 |
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
Coverage
The A46 and the roads around it
Towns and cities along the A46
- Breakdown recovery Leicester
- Breakdown recovery Syston
- Breakdown recovery Melton Mowbray
- Breakdown recovery West Bridgford
Other roads we cover
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I break down on the A46?
The A46 is a long rural dual carriageway with fast traffic and few places to stop. If something goes wrong, aim for the next lay-by or slip road. Note the nearest junction or lay-by number and whether you're heading towards Leicester or Newark.
How quickly can you reach me on the A46?
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.
Broken down in A46? Call now.
We aim to reach you within 45 minutes. Low, upfront prices - agreed before we set off, no hidden fees.