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Best driving roads near Brisbane, QLD

Brisbane is flanked by two strong driving regions: the D'Aguilar range to the west and the Scenic Rim to the south. Both sit within an hour of the CBD.

Roads scored
20
Median RQS
8.9/10
Total kilometres
140 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Cadaga Road

    NSWUnclassified1 km107.8 km away13 grey spots
    9.4
    RQS
  2. 02

    Mystery Road

    QLDTertiary2 km58.4 km away2 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  3. 03

    Carool Road

    NSWTertiary8 km94.7 km away20 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  4. 04

    Black Mountain Range Road

    QLDTertiary3 km117.7 km away9 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  5. 05

    Pine Creek Road

    NSWTertiary7 km78.1 km away54 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  6. 06

    Banana Lane

    NSWUnclassified1 km128.1 km away2 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  7. 07

    Dr Pages Road

    QLDTertiary5 km134.2 km away7 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  8. 08

    Vallances Road

    NSWUnclassified2 km129.8 km away4 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  9. 09

    Coolamon Scenic Drive

    NSWTertiary23 km134 km away68 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  10. 10

    Tomewin Mountain Road

    NSWSecondary10 km92.4 km away25 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  11. 11

    Horsfalls Lane (Flagstone Creek Road)

    QLDSecondary1 km103 km away1 grey spot
    8.9
    RQS
  12. 12

    Newton Drive

    NSWResidential7 km125.5 km away18 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  13. 13

    Gold Coast Springbrook Road

    NSWSecondary13 km79.4 km away47 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  14. 14

    Rocky Creek Dam Road

    NSWResidential2 km136 km away7 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  15. 15

    Pioneer Road

    QLDSecondary2 km119.9 km away300 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  16. 16

    Tunnel Ridge Road

    QLDSecondary5 km74.4 km away2 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  17. 17

    Mount Nebo Road

    QLDSecondary27 km20.1 km away18 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  18. 18

    Old Bahrs Scrub Road

    QLDUnclassified1 km34.4 km away1 grey spot
    8.8
    RQS
  19. 19

    Tomewin Road

    NSWSecondary9 km98 km away29 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  20. 20

    Alfred Martin Way

    QLDSecondary11 km42.2 km away21 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS

Mount Glorious Road and Mount Nebo Road thread the D'Aguilar National Park on a technical ridgeline circuit popular with riders and sports drivers. To the south, Lamington National Park Road, the Beechmont loop and the Springbrook climb link Brisbane to the Gold Coast hinterland. Further west, the Darling Downs escarpment drops off Toowoomba Range.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Brisbane?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Brisbane are Cadaga Road (NSW, RQS 9.4/10, 107.8 km away); Mystery Road (QLD, RQS 9.1/10, 58.4 km away); Carool Road (NSW, RQS 9.1/10, 94.7 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

How far should I drive from Brisbane to find a great road?+

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Cadaga Road, about 107.8 km from Brisbane. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Brisbane?+

Yes. Cadaga Road scores 9.4/10 for motorcycles and sits 107.8 km from Brisbane. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

What's the best sealed road near Brisbane?+

Cadaga Road is fully sealed and scores 9.4/10 for driving quality. It's 107.8 km from Brisbane.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Brisbane?+

Contour has identified grey spots on 20 roads within range of Brisbane - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Cadaga Road has 13. Take extra care in wet conditions.

When is the best time to drive near Brisbane?+

Summer storms swell the region from December to March; the Scenic Rim gets misty winter mornings but roads stay open.

Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.