Old Stuart Highway
Old Stuart Highway is a 253 km mostly sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 4.8/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.
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IQR punteggio Sport: 2.4 - 2.4
Il collegamento dei registri incidenti non è ancora disponibile per SA. Le zone grigie sono tratti dove la geometria di curvatura non corrisponde al limite di velocità - vengono segnalate indipendentemente dallo storico incidenti.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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This road is part of SA's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.
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Old Stuart Highway is approximately 253 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 4 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Old Stuart Highway sealed?+
Mostly. About 50% of Old Stuart Highway is sealed, with some unsealed sections. Check recent community condition reports before travelling.
Is Old Stuart Highway good for motorcycles?+
Not really. Old Stuart Highway scores 4.0/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.
Can I drive Old Stuart Highway in a caravan?+
Not recommended. Old Stuart Highway scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.
Are there any dangerous sections on Old Stuart Highway?+
Contour has identified 515 grey spots on Old Stuart Highway - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
Road data last updated: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.