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Best driving roads near Launceston, TAS

Launceston sits between the Great Western Tiers and the Tasman Highway - two of Tasmania's top-scored driving regions within an hour of the CBD.

Roads scored
20
Median RQS
9.0/10
Total kilometres
157 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Cethana Road

    TASSecondary12 km110.6 km away13 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  2. 02

    Nuns Road

    TASSecondary7 km145.8 km away16 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  3. 03

    Olivers Road

    TASSecondary21 km107.4 km away53 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  4. 04

    Raymond Road

    TASSecondary5 km118.3 km away14 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  5. 05

    Lake Paloona Road

    TASSecondary5 km100.5 km away3 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  6. 06

    Isandula Road

    TASSecondary14 km112 km away22 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  7. 07

    Spellmans Road

    TASSecondary7 km109.1 km away18 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  8. 08

    Johnsons Road

    TASSecondary4 km149.8 km away23 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  9. 09

    Notley Hills Road

    TASSecondary4 km45.1 km away6 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  10. 10

    Stotts Road

    TASSecondary7 km126 km away21 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  11. 11

    Big Hill Road

    TASSecondary3 km49 km away4 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  12. 12

    Lalla Road

    TASSecondary5 km25.3 km away11 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  13. 13

    Flowery Gully Road

    TASSecondary11 km54.5 km away20 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  14. 14

    Rosevears Drive

    TASSecondary8 km38.2 km away20 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  15. 15

    Deviot Road

    TASSecondary8 km45.6 km away13 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  16. 16

    Guide Road

    TASSecondary6 km141.9 km away14 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  17. 17

    Camena Road

    TASSecondary8 km128 km away21 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  18. 18

    Craigburn Road

    TASSecondary7 km44.9 km away15 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  19. 19

    Talunah Road

    TASSecondary11 km144.9 km away25 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  20. 20

    Paloona Dam Road

    TASSecondary1 km101.4 km away3 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS

The Tasman Highway east links Launceston to the east coast through some of the best alpine corners in the state. The Great Lake Road and Poatina Highway south run onto the Central Plateau. The West Tamar Highway and heading further west toward Cradle Mountain open up the north-west with its own road network.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Launceston?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Launceston are Cethana Road (TAS, RQS 9.2/10, 110.6 km away); Nuns Road (TAS, RQS 9.2/10, 145.8 km away); Olivers Road (TAS, RQS 9.2/10, 107.4 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

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

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Cethana Road, about 110.6 km from Launceston. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Launceston?+

Yes. Cethana Road scores 9.2/10 for motorcycles and sits 110.6 km from Launceston. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

What's the best sealed road near Launceston?+

Cethana Road is fully sealed and scores 9.2/10 for driving quality. It's 110.6 km from Launceston.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Launceston?+

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

When is the best time to drive near Launceston?+

Highland roads are snow-affected May-September; east-coast routes stay open but can ice on winter mornings.

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