Best driving roads near Hobart, TAS
Hobart is the best-placed capital in Australia for driving roads. Within a two-hour radius are Tasmania's highest-scored routes: the Tasman Highway, Great Lake Road, Lake Highway, and the Huon corridor.
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Esperance Coast Road
TASSecondary19 km57.3 km away32 grey spots9.2RQS - 02
Plenty Valley Road
TASSecondary6 km38.9 km away11 grey spots9.2RQS - 03
Wattle Grove Road
TASSecondary7 km50.1 km away16 grey spots9.1RQS - 04
Molesworth Road
TASSecondary11 km23.2 km away13 grey spots8.8RQS - 05
Lake St Clair Road
TASSecondary5 km128.2 km away12 grey spots8.6RQS - 06
Arve Road
TASSecondary27 km61 km away61 grey spots8.6RQS - 07
Golden Valley Road
TASSecondary2 km146.7 km away19 grey spots8.5RQS - 08
Pillinger Drive
TASSecondary1 km17.4 km away1 grey spot8.5RQS - 09
Elephant Pass Road
TASPrimary14 km148.1 km away23 grey spots8.4RQS - 10
Pinnacle Road
TASSecondary11 km17.9 km away14 grey spots8.4RQS - 11
White Hills Road
TASSecondary9 km144.9 km away39 grey spots8.4RQS - 12
Gordon River Road
TASPrimary120 km82.6 km away243 grey spots8.3RQS - 13
Hastings Caves Road
TASSecondary13 km77.9 km away25 grey spots8.3RQS - 14
Rossarden Road
TASPrimary21 km135.8 km away49 grey spots8.3RQS - 15
Fulham Road
TASSecondary10 km26.4 km away21 grey spots8.3RQS - 16
Sugarloaf Road
TASSecondary6 km20.8 km away53 grey spots8.3RQS - 17
Blessington Road
TASSecondary37 km148.4 km away77 grey spots8.2RQS - 18
Nicholls Rivulet Road
TASSecondary18 km40.2 km away32 grey spots8.2RQS - 19
Scotts Road
TASSecondary4 km55.6 km away58 grey spots8.2RQS - 20
Glen Huon Road
TASSecondary13 km42.8 km away21 grey spots8.2RQS
The Tasman Peninsula south-east of Hobart pairs coastal scenery with technical driving on roads like Arthur Highway and Nubeena Back Road. North of the city, the Great Lake Road and the Highland Lakes Road climb onto the Central Plateau - some of the best motorcycle country in the country. The Huon Highway runs south through tall-tree country toward Cockle Creek.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best driving roads near Hobart?+
Contour's top three scored roads near Hobart are Esperance Coast Road (TAS, RQS 9.2/10, 57.3 km away); Plenty Valley Road (TAS, RQS 9.2/10, 38.9 km away); Wattle Grove Road (TAS, RQS 9.1/10, 50.1 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.
How far should I drive from Hobart to find a great road?+
The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Esperance Coast Road, about 57.3 km from Hobart. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.
Are there good motorcycle roads near Hobart?+
Yes. Esperance Coast Road scores 9.1/10 for motorcycles and sits 57.3 km from Hobart. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.
What's the best sealed road near Hobart?+
Esperance Coast Road is fully sealed and scores 9.2/10 for driving quality. It's 57.3 km from Hobart.
Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Hobart?+
Contour has identified grey spots on 20 roads within range of Hobart - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Esperance Coast Road has 32. Take extra care in wet conditions.
When is the best time to drive near Hobart?+
Highland roads (Lake Highway, Great Lake) can be snow-affected May-September; Huon and Tasman are year-round.
Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.