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John Flynn Drive

NTTertiary road1.0 km4 segments
3.5Sports
8.5Safety
1.0 kmTotal length
4Segments

John Flynn Drive is a 970 m sealed tertiary route in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 6.1/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.5/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
5.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Fair (4-6)39%Poor (<4)61%

Sports score IQR: 3.3 - 3.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed79%Unsealed22%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
8.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
2.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classTertiary road
9.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
3.6
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.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure34%
Night driving risk49%
Wind exposure47%
Sun glare risk26%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/john-flynn-drive-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=John%20Flynn%20Drive&state=NTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 John Flynn Drive?+

John Flynn Drive is approximately 970 m long.

Is John Flynn Drive sealed?+

Yes. John Flynn Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is John Flynn Drive good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. John Flynn Drive scores 5.4/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive John Flynn Drive in a caravan?+

With care. John Flynn Drive scores 4.4/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is John Flynn Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. John Flynn Drive scores 6.1/10 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.