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Best driving roads near Traralgon, VIC

Traralgon is the gateway to Gippsland's alpine and coastal driving - the Great Alpine Road, Mount Baw Baw Tourist Road and the 90-Mile Beach all within reach.

Roads scored
12
Median RQS
8.3/10
Total kilometres
19 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Bogong High Plains Road

    NSWSecondary1 km110.5 km away
    9.0
    RQS
  2. 02

    Bonang Road

    NSWSecondary1 km110.8 km away1 grey spot
    8.9
    RQS
  3. 03

    Omeo Highway

    NSWSecondary5 km102.6 km away8 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  4. 04

    Combienbar Road

    NSWSecondary1 km148.1 km away
    8.8
    RQS
  5. 05

    Bonang Road

    VICSecondary2 km131.8 km away2 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  6. 06

    Tawonga Gap Road

    NSWSecondary1 km115.7 km away1 grey spot
    8.6
    RQS
  7. 07

    Great Alpine Road

    NSWPrimary1 km69.2 km away1 grey spot
    8.1
    RQS
  8. 08

    Bogong High Plains Road

    NSWSecondary1 km93.6 km away
    7.9
    RQS
  9. 09

    Mansfield - Whitfield Road

    NSWSecondary1 km138.4 km away
    7.8
    RQS
  10. 10

    Great Alpine Road

    NSWPrimary5 km89.4 km away3 grey spots
    7.7
    RQS
  11. 11

    Omeo Highway

    VICSecondary0 km146.2 km away
    7.7
    RQS
  12. 12

    Mansfield - Whitfield Road

    VICSecondary0 km142.8 km away
    7.7
    RQS

Mount Baw Baw Tourist Road climbs the Baw Baw plateau north-west of the city. The Great Alpine Road and Omeo Highway extend further north-east into alpine country. South, the road to Wilsons Promontory opens up with its own coastal mix.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Traralgon?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Traralgon are Bogong High Plains Road (NSW, RQS 9.0/10, 110.5 km away); Bonang Road (NSW, RQS 8.9/10, 110.8 km away); Omeo Highway (NSW, RQS 9.0/10, 102.6 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

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

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Bogong High Plains Road, about 110.5 km from Traralgon. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Traralgon?+

Yes. Omeo Highway scores 8.9/10 for motorcycles and sits 102.6 km from Traralgon. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Traralgon?+

Contour has identified grey spots on 6 roads within range of Traralgon - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Bonang Road has 1. Take extra care in wet conditions.

When is the best time to drive near Traralgon?+

Alpine roads (Baw Baw, Great Alpine) close or chain-require June-October; Gippsland coast is year-round.

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