Best driving roads near Geelong, VIC
Geelong is the nearest city to the Great Ocean Road and a gateway to the Otway Ranges. Most of the road's best sections start less than an hour from the CBD.
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- 01
Yea Road
NSWSecondary1 km114.3 km away8.9RQS - 02
Doctors Creek Road
NSWUnclassified1 km127.6 km away8.7RQS - 03
Lockwood Road
NSWSecondary0 km144.5 km away8.6RQS
The Great Ocean Road itself runs from Torquay through Lorne and Apollo Bay. Inland, Skenes Creek Road and Turton's Track climb through the Otway rainforest on tight, technical tarmac. The Bellarine Peninsula offers shorter coastal drives on the opposite side.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best driving roads near Geelong?+
Contour's top three scored roads near Geelong are Yea Road (NSW, RQS 8.9/10, 114.3 km away); Doctors Creek Road (NSW, RQS 8.7/10, 127.6 km away); Lockwood Road (NSW, RQS 8.6/10, 144.5 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.
How far should I drive from Geelong to find a great road?+
The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Yea Road, about 114.3 km from Geelong. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.
Are there good motorcycle roads near Geelong?+
Yes. Yea Road scores 8.8/10 for motorcycles and sits 114.3 km from Geelong. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.
When is the best time to drive near Geelong?+
Winter corridor wind on the Great Ocean Road can be significant; the Otways are wet but drivable year-round.
Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.