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Murchison Highway

TASPrimary road140.2 km402 segmentsA10
7.3Sports
140.2 kmTotal length
402Segments
356Recorded crashes
226Grey spot segments
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Murchison Highway is a 140 km sealed primary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
7.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 402 segments
Excellent (8+)41%Good (6-8)29%Fair (4-6)30%

Sports score IQR: 5.8 - 8.5

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
6.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classPrimary road
5.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
5.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 402 segments· 28 years of data
356
Total crashes
7
Fatalities
35
Serious injuries
226
Grey spots
Last 5 years
90
Crashes (5yr)
3
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.253▼ Below average

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

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

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

19%

Based on 28 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
7.3/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure49%
Night driving risk45%
Wind exposure54%
Sun glare risk58%
Wildlife strike risk12%

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

Segments
Top 423 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
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km4.74.45.1#108557558Asphalt0.01 km4.33.94.6
API reference
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Councils & Government

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Murchison Highway?+

Murchison Highway is approximately 140 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 2 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Murchison Highway sealed?+

Yes. Murchison Highway is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Murchison Highway good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Murchison Highway scores 7.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Murchison Highway in a caravan?+

Yes. Murchison Highway scores 7.0/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Murchison Highway good for an EV?+

Yes. Murchison Highway scores 7.4/10 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 Murchison Highway?+

Contour has identified 226 grey spots on Murchison Highway - 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: 16 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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