Road Number
The sign indicates the number of the road
When You See This Sign
When you see a sign with a road number, use the number to confirm you are on the correct road or to find the right exit at the next junction. The sign does not require a specific maneuver by itself, but use the information to make safe lane and driving decisions in good time.
Rules & Regulations
- The road number indicates the official number of the road and is an information sign according to the road sign regulations; this means the sign provides information but does not prescribe behavior.
- Signs with road numbers follow the Swedish Transport Administration's numbering system and may only be erected and changed by the responsible road authority (usually the Swedish Transport Administration or the municipality).
- Road numbers are used in combination with direction and destination signs to guide traffic; when a road number is shown on a sign, the number applies to the marked stretch or road.
- Road numbers do not indicate right of way, speed, or other traffic rules — those rules still apply according to other applicable traffic signs and regulations.
Tips for Drivers
- Check the road number at exits and intersections to make sure you are on the correct road before changing lanes or turning.
- Use the road number as the correct reference when navigating or when communicating your location, for example in directions or when calling emergency services.
- If your navigation system shows a different road number than the sign, check whether you are on a local road that has both a municipal number and a national route number to avoid taking the wrong exit.
- On long trips, watch for road numbers on recurring signs to confirm you are still on the planned route, especially after major junctions or roadworks.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that the road number sign is a regulatory sign requiring you to give way or slow down — it only provides information about which road it is.
- Confusing the road number sign with destination signs and taking the wrong direction without reading the accompanying direction arrows.
- Assuming that a road number always indicates the road standard (e.g. motorway) — the same number can appear on roads with different standards along its length.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Road Number
What does this sign mean?
- A It indicates the road's number (route number).
- B It shows the distance to the nearest town.
- C It indicates the recommended speed on the road.
- D It marks the start of a motorway.
Exam Tip
In the theory test you may be asked about the difference between an information sign and a regulatory sign — remember that road numbers are informative and do not prescribe speed or right of way.
Did You Know?
Road numbering and signage in Sweden is centrally managed by the Swedish Transport Administration; road numbers are used for national highways, county roads and in some cases for European routes (E-numbers) to facilitate national and international navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the road number mean I must take that road?
No, the road number is only information about which road you are on or approaching. There is no legal obligation to follow a road number if your travel plan requires otherwise, but it helps you navigate.
Does the road number show direction or distance?
The road number itself only shows the road's number, not direction or distance. Direction and distance are usually shown on accompanying destination signs or arrow signs in connection with the road number.
Can the same road number appear on different types of roads?
Yes, a road number can run through sections with different standards (for example motorway and country road). The road number identifies the stretch but does not indicate the road standard.
Does the road number help in emergencies?
Yes, the road number is a clear reference when you give your location to emergency services or police. Being able to provide the nearest road number makes it easier for help to find the right place quickly.
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