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Sapphire Coast Drive

VICSecondary road1.4 km7 segments9
6.5Sports
1.4 kmTotal length
7Segments
7Grey spot segments

Sapphire Coast Drive is a 1 km sealed secondary route in Victoria, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs.

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Vehicle scores
6.5/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.1/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.5/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 7 segments
Excellent (8+)14%Good (6-8)86%

Sports score IQR: 6.5 - 7.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
1.9
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 7 segments
7
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for VIC. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.7/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure40%
Night driving risk47%
Wind exposure45%
Sun glare risk26%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/sapphire-coast-drive-vicRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Sapphire%20Coast%20Drive&state=VICSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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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Frequently asked questions
How long is Sapphire Coast Drive?+

Sapphire Coast Drive is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Sapphire Coast Drive sealed?+

Yes. Sapphire Coast Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Sapphire Coast Drive good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Sapphire Coast Drive scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Sapphire Coast Drive in a caravan?+

Yes. Sapphire Coast Drive scores 7.9/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Sapphire Coast Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Sapphire Coast Drive scores 7.1/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Sapphire Coast Drive?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Sapphire Coast Drive - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 22 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.