Gainsborough Road

VICUnclassified road2.8 km8 segments

4.1Sports

8.1Safety

2.8 kmTotal length

8Segments

Gainsborough Road is a 2.8 km sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 7.1/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

4.1/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.2/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.1/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

5.6/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

5.0/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 8 segments

Fair (4-6)67%Poor (<4)33%

Sports score IQR: 3.6 - 4.5

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed90%Unsealed10%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

3.9

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.0

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classUnclassified road

8.0

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

9.0

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

4.7

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Wet riskModerate

Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.

Night riskPresent

Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.

Wind exposureModerate

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Sun glarePresent

East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure39%

Night driving risk56%

Wind exposure53%

Sun glare risk58%

Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments

Top 11 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#144183813-0.32 km5.45.75.2 #144892824Asphalt0.05 km4.84.65.2 #144597803Asphalt0.50 km4.67.17.7 #144597802Asphalt0.47 km4.67.07.8 #144892823Asphalt0.05 km4.64.35.0 #144597799Asphalt0.50 km4.56.87.5 #144597800Asphalt0.43 km4.16.27.0 #144597801Asphalt0.08 km3.65.36.5 #144597805Asphalt0.23 km3.65.36.5 #144597804Asphalt0.50 km3.55.16.1 #144597798Asphalt0.13 km3.44.95.8

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/gainsborough-road-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is Gainsborough Road?+

Gainsborough Road is approximately 2.8 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Gainsborough Road sealed?+

Yes. Gainsborough Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Gainsborough Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Gainsborough Road scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Gainsborough Road in a caravan?+

With care. Gainsborough Road scores 5.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Gainsborough Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Gainsborough Road scores 7.1/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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