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.
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Cadaga Road
NSWUnclassified1 km107.8 km away3 grey spots9.4RQS - 02
Dr Pages Road
QLDTertiary5 km134.2 km away3 grey spots8.8RQS - 03
Black Mountain Range Road
QLDTertiary3 km117.7 km away3 grey spots9.0RQS - 04
Banana Lane
NSWUnclassified1 km128.1 km away9.0RQS - 05
Mystery Road
QLDTertiary2 km58.4 km away8.9RQS - 06
Pine Creek Road
QLDTertiary7 km78.2 km away3 grey spots8.9RQS - 07
Traveston Crossing Road
QLDSecondary2 km128.4 km away8.9RQS - 08
Horsfalls Lane (Flagstone Creek Road)
QLDSecondary1 km103 km away8.8RQS - 09
Yallaroi Road
QLDTertiary0 km57.9 km away8.8RQS - 10
Coolamon Scenic Drive
NSWTertiary23 km134.1 km away2 grey spots8.8RQS - 11
Gold Coast Springbrook Road
NSWSecondary1 km79.9 km away1 grey spot8.8RQS - 12
Pine Creek Road
NSWTertiary0 km76 km away8.8RQS - 13
Tomewin Mountain Road
QLDSecondary8 km92.2 km away2 grey spots8.8RQS - 14
Northbrook Parkway
QLDSecondary14 km38.5 km away2 grey spots8.9RQS - 15
Pioneer Road
QLDSecondary2 km119.9 km away8.9RQS - 16
Rocky Creek Dam Road
NSWResidential2 km136 km away8.8RQS - 17
Geissmann Drive
QLDSecondary1 km55.1 km away8.8RQS - 18
Carool Road
NSWTertiary8 km94.7 km away8.8RQS - 19
Griffith Road
QLDTertiary1 km11.7 km away1 grey spot8.8RQS - 20
Tomewin Mountain Road
NSWSecondary2 km93.2 km away1 grey spot8.7RQS
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); Dr Pages Road (QLD, RQS 8.8/10, 134.2 km away); Black Mountain Range Road (QLD, RQS 9.0/10, 117.7 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 10 roads within range of Brisbane - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Cadaga Road has 3. 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.