Broken Down on the A50? Breakdown Recovery

Safety first

Broken down on the A50?

The A50 runs as a dual carriageway from the A38 at Toyota (Burnaston) around the south of Derby, past Chellaston and Sawley to the M1 at junctions 24 and 24A near Castle Donington. A separate A50 also heads north-west out of Leicester towards M1 J22.

Stay safe on the A50

The A50 is a fast route with lay-bys spaced out and no hard shoulder for long sections. Pull as far left as you can, use your hazards, and wait behind the barrier. Tell us the direction (towards Stoke or towards the M1) and the last junction you passed.

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

Tell us where you are

A50 junctions and places we cover

Junction / point	For
A38 Toyota island	Burnaston, Burton
A5132 / Willington	Etwall, Hilton
A514 Swarkestone	Chellaston, Melbourne
A6 Aston	Derby south, Shardlow
Sawley	Long Eaton
M1 J24 / J24A	Kegworth, Castle Donington, EMA

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 A50 and the roads around it

Towns and cities along the A50

Other roads we cover

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if I break down on the A50?

The A50 is a fast route with lay-bys spaced out and no hard shoulder for long sections. Pull as far left as you can, use your hazards, and wait behind the barrier. Tell us the direction (towards Stoke or towards the M1) and the last junction you passed.

How quickly can you reach me on the A50?

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.

A50 Breakdown RecoveryBroken down on the A50? We aim to reach you within 45 minutes.