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Motorway billboard advertising that reaches millions of drivers every week.

Motorway billboard advertising agency booking roadside ads on UK motorways. Large-format 48 and 96-sheet billboards reaching millions of drivers weekly.

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CLICKS / CAMBRIDGE & MANCHESTERSTRATEGY. CREATIVE. MEDIA.
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01 / THE CONTEXTCLICKS / INTRO

Why Motorway Billboard Advertising.

01

Unmatched reach and scale

Motorways are the highest-traffic roads in the country. A network of motorway billboards can reach a significant percentage of the UK adult population within a two-week campaign period.

02

Large format dominance

96-sheet and 48-sheet billboards are physically imposing. The large canvas commands attention and makes your brand feel big, established, and significant. Size carries its own message.

03

Repetition through commute patterns

Regular motorway users see the same billboards multiple times per week. This natural frequency builds brand recall without requiring you to buy additional media weight.

04

Regional and national routing

Select billboards along specific motorway corridors to target regional audiences, or build a national network across major routes. Motorway advertising can be tailored to your geographic strategy.

Sam Haddadi, Managing Director at Clicks
SAM HADDADI / MANAGING DIRECTOR
Steven Allen, Director of Client Services at Clicks
STEVEN ALLEN / CLIENT SERVICES
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You work with senior people developing the ideas, making the advertising and running the campaigns. Creative thinking stays close to the media decisions, and we keep you informed as the work moves forward.

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02 / How It WorksCLICKS / PROCESS

The process.

We identify the motorway routes and specific billboard sites that deliver the strongest traffic counts against your target audience. Site selection uses Department for Transport traffic data and Route audience measurement to ensure every panel earns its place in the plan. Creative is designed for high-speed viewing, prioritising bold visuals and minimal text. We manage booking, production, and posting, then report on traffic counts and estimated impressions for each site.

03 / STRAIGHT ANSWERSCLICKS / FAQ

GOOD QUESTIONS.

How much does a motorway billboard cost?

Motorway billboard costs depend on location, traffic volume, and format. A standard 48-sheet on a busy motorway stretch typically costs 1,000 to 3,000 pounds per two-week period. Premium 96-sheet sites on the M25 or M1 near London can cost 5,000 to 15,000 pounds per fortnight. We negotiate rates based on campaign volume and booking timing.

What size are motorway billboards?

The most common motorway formats are the 48-sheet (6.1m x 3.05m, roughly 20ft x 10ft) and the 96-sheet (12.2m x 3.05m, roughly 40ft x 10ft). Some sites offer even larger spectacular formats. The 96-sheet is the classic motorway billboard, offering maximum visibility at distance and speed.

How should I design a motorway billboard?

Motorway billboards are seen at speed, typically for 3 to 5 seconds. Effective designs use bold imagery, minimal text (seven words or fewer), high contrast colours, and a clear brand identity. Avoid small text, complex layouts, or messages that require reading. The best motorway ads communicate one idea instantly.

Are digital motorway billboards available?

Yes. Digital billboards are increasingly common along UK motorways, offering the same high-traffic locations with added flexibility. Digital motorway screens let you change creative remotely, run time-sensitive campaigns, and share the cost through rotation with other advertisers. We can plan a mix of static and digital motorway sites depending on your objectives and budget.

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