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Mount Buninyong Road

VICUnclassified road5.7 km19 segments
5.2Sports
5.7 kmTotal length
19Segments
23Grey spot segments
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Mount Buninyong Road is a 6 km sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 8.6/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
5.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.8/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
8.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 19 segments
Good (6-8)4%Fair (4-6)83%Poor (<4)13%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 5.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
7.2
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
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 19 segments· 13 years of data
23
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for VIC. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

14%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

Based on 13 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.0/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure51%
Night driving risk71%
Wind exposure64%
Sun glare risk73%
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 23 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#109210243Asphalt0.09 km7.06.87.4#109195057Asphalt0.40 km5.48.39.1#109195056Asphalt0.35 km5.48.39.1#109195065Asphalt0.53 km5.48.39.1#109195058Asphalt0.44 km5.48.39.1#109210198Paved0.47 km5.38.39.0#109195066Asphalt0.21 km5.38.29.0#108912457Asphalt0.41 km5.28.18.9#109195064Asphalt0.49 km5.28.08.9#109195059Asphalt0.35 km5.28.08.8#109195061Asphalt0.21 km5.28.08.8#109195062Asphalt0.31 km5.28.08.8#108775622Paved0.27 km5.17.88.6#115357884Paved0.19 km4.87.38.2#109195060Asphalt0.03 km4.77.28.2#109195063Asphalt0.03 km4.67.08.0#108775624Paved0.50 km4.56.98.0#108775623Paved0.02 km4.36.57.7#108775625Paved0.43 km4.36.57.7#108775626Paved0.02 km4.16.27.4#109699424Paved0.03 km4.06.07.2#109160808Paved0.09 km3.85.77.0#109699423Paved0.05 km3.85.67.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/mount-buninyong-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 Mount Buninyong Road?+

Mount Buninyong Road is approximately 6 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Mount Buninyong Road sealed?+

Yes. Mount Buninyong Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Mount Buninyong Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Mount Buninyong Road scores 7.8/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Mount Buninyong Road in a caravan?+

With care. Mount Buninyong Road scores 5.3/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Mount Buninyong Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Mount Buninyong Road scores 8.6/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Mount Buninyong Road?+

Contour has identified 23 grey spots on Mount Buninyong Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 22 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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