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 away9.1RQS - 02
Plenty Valley Road
TASSecondary6 km38.9 km away9.0RQS - 03
Molesworth Road
TASSecondary11 km23.2 km away8.9RQS - 04
Golden Valley Road
TASSecondary2 km146.7 km away8.8RQS - 05
Glenlusk Road
TASSecondary5 km18.6 km away7.6RQS - 06
Wattle Grove Road
TASSecondary7 km50.1 km away8.8RQS - 07
Sugarloaf Road
TASSecondary6 km20.8 km away8.7RQS - 08
Woodbridge Hill Road
TASSecondary12 km43.6 km away8.6RQS - 09
Arve Road
TASSecondary27 km61 km away15 grey spots8.5RQS - 10
Pillinger Drive
TASSecondary1 km17.4 km away8.5RQS - 11
Mount Royal Road
TASTertiary0 km19.6 km away8.4RQS - 12
Safety Cove Road
TASSecondary7 km50.3 km away8.5RQS - 13
Lake St Clair Road
TASSecondary5 km128.2 km away8.6RQS - 14
Woodsdale Road
TASSecondary36 km37 km away8.1RQS - 15
Nicholls Rivulet Road
TASSecondary18 km40.2 km away8.4RQS - 16
Huon Link Road
TASTertiary1 km37.4 km away8.4RQS - 17
Garden Point Road
TASUnclassified1 km47.6 km away8.3RQS - 18
Pinnacle Road
TASSecondary11 km17.9 km away1 grey spot8.2RQS - 19
Huon Road
TASPrimary22 km20.8 km away8.3RQS - 20
Lymington Road
TASSecondary9 km49.7 km away8.3RQS
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 9.1/10, 57.3 km away); Plenty Valley Road (TAS, RQS 9.0/10, 38.9 km away); Molesworth Road (TAS, RQS 8.9/10, 23.2 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 9.0/10 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 9.1/10 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 2 roads within range of Hobart - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Arve Road has 15. 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.