Rules of the roadQuestion 127 of 424

A cycle lane has a solid white line. May you drive in it during its time of operation?

  1. Yes, if it is empty
  2. Yes, to overtake
  3. No, you must not
  4. Yes, to wait for a gap
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Correct answer: No, you must not

Do not drive or park in a solid-line cycle lane while its hours of operation apply.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), General rules, techniques and advice for all drivers and riders (103 to 158), Rule 140

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026