Roads and directions
How do I tell the A6 approach to Derry from the A2 coastal approach?
The A6 enters the Derry area from the southeast through the inland route, while the A2 follows the northern coastal corridor through places such as Limavady and Eglinton.
The A6 enters the Derry area from the southeast through the inland route, while the A2 follows the northern coastal corridor through places such as Limavady and Eglinton.
Your choice depends on where you start: Toome and Maghera point naturally towards the A6, whereas Ballykelly and City of Derry Airport sit on the A2 side. Check your final destination on a map before crossing Derry, because the right bridge and approach can differ.
Source / reference:
Department for Infrastructure — Northern Ireland road network
· checked 16 October 2026
