{"id":2035,"date":"2025-04-22T15:15:33","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T15:15:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/everyjobsite.co.uk\/guides\/?page_id=2035"},"modified":"2026-10-03T15:02:25","modified_gmt":"2026-10-03T15:02:25","slug":"m3-motorway-overview","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/guides\/m3-motorway-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"M3 Motorway Guide: Junctions, Services and Where to stop (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If there is a \u2018holiday\u2019 motorway it has to be the M3.&nbsp; Taking you southwest from London it runs from inside the M25 to just outside Southampton, where it becomes the M27.&nbsp; Along the way it links up with the A303 and&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;Whether you are heading for a cruise at Southampton Docks or starting the journey to the New Forest, Devon or Cornwall the M3 is truly a Sunshine road.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It 59 miles it is not a long one but it is a smart one (allegedly) being upgraded to become the UK\u2019s first smart motorway which means it does not have dedicated hard shoulder<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M3 Motorway Map<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXd55go9O8l-H6wPX2uoMYMg0dxVcCvt7Z9mpO2fSzczHrfdLEVC6XljF3RQJr8LMwVPkB3TAAuj1yACD4VYvC8a6ps3tEDWGdfw0LMkIuO8vqxhSjITOxzNID8Q9kCWPBOjFYZCgw?key=Q7B7OMfWs490gqOfV1BC9XNb\" alt=\"\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXd55go9O8l-H6wPX2uoMYMg0dxVcCvt7Z9mpO2fSzczHrfdLEVC6XljF3RQJr8LMwVPkB3TAAuj1yACD4VYvC8a6ps3tEDWGdfw0LMkIuO8vqxhSjITOxzNID8Q9kCWPBOjFYZCgw?key=Q7B7OMfWs490gqOfV1BC9XNb\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1mYVGymzoSq8JhkGO5ZsnNOXEC3N_SNA&amp;ll=51.19284519352055%2C-0.5307414521484333&amp;z=9\">Click here for an M3 Map with Junctions, Services and nearby Attractions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M3 Service Stations&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s face it, no motorway journey is complete without a caffeine refuel or a questionable fast food binge. Here\u2019s where you can pull over and recharge along the M3:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Fleet Services (between Junctions 4a and 5):<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong> The main pit stop on the M3, Fleet is a proper motorway classic. Expect all the usual suspects \u2014 Costa, Burger King, WHSmith \u2014 and a leafy setting if you fancy some fresh air.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Winchester Services (between Junctions 8 and 9):<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>The dramatic sweep through the cutting made for the motorway at Twyford down is one of the more dramatic UK motorway scenes&nbsp; Split between northbound and southbound areas, Winchester Services are smaller but mighty. Great for a quick pit stop, clean loos, and a Greggs run if you\u2019re lucky.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>M3 Junctions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The M3 has 14 junctions.&nbsp; Starting out as the A316 it connects with the A308 at Junction 1 before linking up to&nbsp; the mighty M25 at Junction 2.&nbsp; At Junction 14 it joins the M27 heading eastwards towards Portsmouth or West towards Southampton Docks and Bournemouth&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.otj-conn{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:28px;align-items:start;margin:1.5em 0}\n.otj-conn h2{margin:0 0 .6em;font-size:1.25em}\n.otj-conn-scroll{overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;border:1px solid #e4e4e4;border-radius:8px}\n.otj-conn table{width:100%;min-width:300px;border-collapse:collapse;margin:0;font-size:.92em}\n.otj-conn th,.otj-conn td{padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;border:0;border-bottom:1px solid #eee}\n.otj-conn 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junction for\u2026<\/h2>\n<div class=\"otj-conn-scroll is-long\">\n<table>\n<thead><tr><th>Going to<\/th><th>Junction<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr><td>Ashford<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j1\/\">J1<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(2 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Sunbury-on-Thames<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j1\/\">J1<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(0.8 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Chertsey<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j2\/\">J2<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(1.6 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Lightwater<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j3\/\">J3<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(0.8 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Blackwater<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j4\/\">J4<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(1.4 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Frimley<\/td><td><a 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mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Chandler&#8217;s Ford<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j12\/\">J12<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(1.4 mi)<\/span>, <a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j13\/\">J13<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(0.8 mi)<\/span>, <a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j14\/\">J14<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(1.5 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td>Eastleigh<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/j13\/\">J13<\/a> <span style=\"color:#777\">(1.1 mi)<\/span><\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"otj-conn-note\">Distances are straight-line, from the junction to the town centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Every junction in detail: <a href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/motorways\/m3\/\">the M3 junction-by-junction guide<\/a>.<\/p>&#8211;>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attractions near the M3 Motorway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some attractions close to M3 Motorway junctions that might make your journey a little more joyful.<strong>&nbsp; <\/strong>Most of these will be open during business hours so<strong> <\/strong>please do check opening times and entry prices (where applicable) before visiting&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lightwater Country Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What: A large park with toilet and cafe just off junction 3 of the M3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where: Lightwater Country Park, The Avenue, Surrey GU18 5RG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Link: https:\/\/www.surreyheath.gov.uk\/parks-and-play-areas\/lightwater-country-park<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Honesty Basingstoke Garden Centre<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What: A Garden centre just off Junction 7 of the M3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where: Winchester Road, North Waltham, Basingstoke, RG25 2DJ<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Link; https:\/\/honestygroup.co.uk\/coffee-shops\/honesty-basingstokegardencentre\/<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cadence Cafe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What: Cafe moments from Junction 10 of the M3&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where: Garnier Road, Winchester,&nbsp; SO23 9PA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Link: https:\/\/cadencecycle.club\/winchester<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If there is a \u2018holiday\u2019 motorway it has to be the M3.&nbsp; Taking you southwest from &hellip; <a title=\"M3 Motorway Guide: Junctions, Services and Where to stop (2026)\" class=\"hm-read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/offthejunction.co.uk\/guides\/m3-motorway-overview\/\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">M3 Motorway Guide: Junctions, Services and Where to stop (2026)<\/span>Read 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