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Best driving roads near Wollongong, NSW

Wollongong sits directly under Macquarie Pass and the Illawarra escarpment - arguably the best single stretch of road within an hour of any Australian city.

Roads scored
20
Median RQS
8.9/10
Total kilometres
110 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Bumble Hill Road

    NSWTertiary3 km140.9 km away8 grey spots
    9.4
    RQS
  2. 02

    Oallen Road

    VICTertiary1 km109.1 km away2 grey spots
    9.4
    RQS
  3. 03

    Saint Albans Road

    NSWSecondary20 km122.8 km away53 grey spots
    9.2
    RQS
  4. 04

    Taralga Road

    VICSecondary2 km89.3 km away4 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  5. 05

    Jubarrah Lane

    NSWUnclassified1 km52.1 km away2 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  6. 06

    Charcoal Road

    NSWUnclassified2 km102.6 km away11 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  7. 07

    Coppertail Place

    NSWUnclassified1 km90.8 km away2 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  8. 08

    General San Martin Drive

    NSWUnclassified12 km97.4 km away35 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  9. 09

    Cheesmans Road

    NSWUnclassified1 km101.8 km away3 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  10. 10

    Burrill Street

    NSWSecondary1 km68.7 km away4 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  11. 11

    Lady Wakehurst Drive

    NSWSecondary13 km35.4 km away40 grey spots
    8.9
    RQS
  12. 12

    Abercrombie Road

    VICPrimary9 km143.3 km away123 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  13. 13

    Mount Broughton Road

    NSWTertiary3 km41.2 km away7 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  14. 14

    Wattamolla Road

    NSWSecondary13 km35.3 km away42 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  15. 15

    Rydal Road

    NSWTertiary5 km130.3 km away15 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  16. 16

    Tourist Road

    NSWSecondary7 km41.4 km away62 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  17. 17

    Bendalong Road

    NSWTertiary13 km91.4 km away31 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  18. 18

    Waratah Road

    NSWTertiary2 km81.2 km away57 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS
  19. 19

    Frankum Drive

    NSWUnclassified1 km48.9 km away2 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS
  20. 20

    North Durras Road

    NSWTertiary4 km138.7 km away10 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS

Macquarie Pass itself climbs from Albion Park to the Southern Highlands in 7 km of tight switchbacks. Jamberoo Mountain Road offers a second escarpment climb with different character. The Kangaroo Valley Road and Moss Vale Road continue the network south and west into Southern Highlands country.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Wollongong?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Wollongong are Bumble Hill Road (NSW, RQS 9.4/10, 140.9 km away); Oallen Road (VIC, RQS 9.4/10, 109.1 km away); Saint Albans Road (NSW, RQS 9.2/10, 122.8 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

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

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Bumble Hill Road, about 140.9 km from Wollongong. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Wollongong?+

Yes. Bumble Hill Road scores 9.4/10 for motorcycles and sits 140.9 km from Wollongong. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

What's the best sealed road near Wollongong?+

Bumble Hill Road is fully sealed and scores 9.4/10 for driving quality. It's 140.9 km from Wollongong.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Wollongong?+

Contour has identified grey spots on 20 roads within range of Wollongong - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Bumble Hill Road has 8. Take extra care in wet conditions.

When is the best time to drive near Wollongong?+

Macquarie Pass slicks heavily in rain; early mornings give the cleanest lines year-round.

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