Best driving roads near Ballarat, VIC
Ballarat is the start of a network of goldfields-era roads running north-east into the Mount Macedon ranges and west into the Pyrenees.
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Mount Victory Road
NSWSecondary3 km117 km away6 grey spots9.1RQS - 02
Yea Road
NSWSecondary1 km127 km away8.9RQS - 03
Silverband Road
NSWSecondary0 km111.4 km away1 grey spot8.8RQS - 04
Doctors Creek Road
NSWUnclassified1 km122.7 km away8.7RQS - 05
Lockwood Road
NSWSecondary0 km75.6 km away8.6RQS
The Daylesford-Trentham Road and Bald Hills Road loop sit just east of the city with tight ridgeline corners. The Midland Highway and Skipton Road run west into Pyrenees wine country. South of Ballarat, the road to Meredith and Steiglitz offers quieter driving through old goldfields country.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best driving roads near Ballarat?+
Contour's top three scored roads near Ballarat are Mount Victory Road (NSW, RQS 9.1/10, 117 km away); Yea Road (NSW, RQS 8.9/10, 127 km away); Silverband Road (NSW, RQS 8.8/10, 111.4 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.
How far should I drive from Ballarat to find a great road?+
The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Mount Victory Road, about 117 km from Ballarat. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.
Are there good motorcycle roads near Ballarat?+
Yes. Mount Victory Road scores 9.0/10 for motorcycles and sits 117 km from Ballarat. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.
Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Ballarat?+
Contour has identified grey spots on 2 roads within range of Ballarat - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Mount Victory Road has 6. Take extra care in wet conditions.
When is the best time to drive near Ballarat?+
Winter fog through the Hepburn Shire is common; otherwise year-round driving.
Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.