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D2: Distance Signs

Learn the meaning of distance signs signs. Compare the pictures, read the driving guidance and follow the linked official sources.

Sign explanations are currently available in English.

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8 signs in this collection. Every sign’s meaning is free to read; a free account opens the full explanation. Study counts cover unique published English materials across all states; availability depends on your state and access plan.

8 signs

Distance (1 line) sign (D2-1)

Distance (1 line)

D2-1

Meaning & what to do
Distance (2 lines) sign (D2-2)

Distance (2 lines)

D2-2

Meaning & what to do
Distance (3 lines) sign (D2-3)

Distance (3 lines)

D2-3

Meaning & what to do
Mile marker sign (D10-1)

Mile marker

D10-1

Meaning & what to do
Mile marker (2 digits) sign (D10-2)

Mile marker (2 digits)

D10-2

Meaning & what to do
Mile marker (3 digits) sign (D10-3)

Mile marker (3 digits)

D10-3

Meaning & what to do
Enhanced mile marker sign (D10-4)

Enhanced mile marker

D10-4

Meaning & what to do
Enhanced intermediate mile marker sign (D10-5)

Enhanced intermediate mile marker

D10-5

Meaning & what to do

Sources & scope

Independent educational summaries by DMV One Way. Sign designs follow MUTCD conventions; state and local rules can add restrictions. Use your current state handbook and the signs on the road for the rules that apply to your trip.

Sources checked . Current guide illustrations: public-domain FHWA Standard Highway Signs. Historical illustrations: DMV One Way archive.

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