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Western Freeway

QLDMotorway4.5 km14 segmentsM5
5.0Sports
4.5 kmTotal length
14Segments
197Recorded crashes
23Grey spot segments
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Western Freeway is a 4 km sealed motorway in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.7/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores
5.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
5.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
3.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 14 segments
Excellent (8+)3%Good (6-8)23%Fair (4-6)70%Poor (<4)4%

Sports score IQR: 4.5 - 6.2

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
0.1
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classMotorway
0.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
1.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 14 segments· 24 years of data
197
Total crashes
1
Fatalities
56
Serious injuries
23
Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

18%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

23%

Based on 24 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
1.51IRI m/km

Coverage: 100% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
Top 69 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96806556Asphalt0.50 km8.17.98.2#96806558Asphalt0.50 km8.07.78.1#96478040Asphalt0.50 km8.07.68.0#96494559Asphalt0.45 km7.87.57.9#96494177Asphalt0.45 km7.87.47.9#96126453Asphalt0.37 km7.87.47.9#96105760Asphalt0.50 km7.47.17.4#96237337Asphalt0.32 km7.16.77.1#96948665Asphalt0.40 km7.06.67.1#96237339Asphalt0.27 km6.96.67.2#96948662Asphalt0.50 km6.86.46.9#96249085Asphalt0.24 km6.56.26.7#96806560Asphalt0.36 km6.56.16.6#96948666Asphalt0.34 km6.46.06.7#96494179Asphalt0.23 km6.46.06.7#96806554Asphalt0.33 km6.15.66.3#96934412Asphalt0.21 km6.05.66.4#96284311Asphalt0.45 km5.85.36.2#96806565Asphalt0.33 km5.65.25.8#97091403Asphalt0.18 km5.55.16.0#97237559Asphalt0.10 km5.34.75.8#96091252Asphalt0.08 km5.24.75.7#97217946Asphalt0.06 km5.24.65.7#97237575Asphalt0.04 km5.24.65.8#96105761Asphalt0.06 km5.14.65.7#96806559Asphalt0.03 km5.14.65.8#97237569Asphalt0.01 km5.14.65.8#97237571Asphalt0.01 km5.14.65.8#96126669Asphalt0.04 km5.14.65.7#96126454Asphalt0.04 km5.14.55.7#97237553Asphalt0.20 km5.04.55.5#97237556Asphalt0.03 km5.04.55.6#97237573Asphalt0.03 km5.04.55.6#97217949Asphalt0.03 km5.04.55.6#97217948Asphalt0.02 km5.04.55.6#96671304Asphalt0.06 km5.04.55.5#96478043Asphalt0.06 km5.04.45.4#97237552Asphalt0.13 km4.94.55.3#97237564Asphalt0.04 km4.84.35.3#96806557Asphalt0.02 km4.84.35.3#97217950Asphalt0.03 km4.84.35.3#97237557Asphalt0.12 km4.74.15.0#96494180Asphalt0.16 km4.64.04.9#96233247Asphalt0.06 km4.64.04.9#97237558Asphalt0.01 km4.64.04.9#97237566Asphalt0.12 km4.64.04.9#96237338Asphalt0.06 km4.64.04.9#97237555Asphalt0.18 km4.64.04.9#96249084Asphalt0.03 km4.64.04.9#97429173Asphalt0.01 km4.64.15.3#97237584Asphalt0.08 km4.54.05.2#97237579Asphalt0.03 km4.54.05.2#97237580Asphalt0.09 km4.43.84.6#97237561Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#96934411Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#97237576Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#96091538Asphalt0.02 km4.43.84.6#97217947Asphalt0.02 km4.43.84.6#96948667Asphalt0.01 km4.43.84.6#97237565Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#97237567Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#97237554Asphalt0.02 km4.43.84.6#96934410Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#96934409Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#97237568Asphalt0.00 km4.43.84.6#96948661Asphalt0.01 km4.43.84.6#97285517Asphalt0.02 km3.93.34.2#97237583Asphalt0.00 km3.93.34.1#97237582Asphalt0.00 km3.93.34.1
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/western-freeway-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Western%20Freeway&state=QLDSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD'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 Western Freeway?+

Western Freeway is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Western Freeway sealed?+

Yes. Western Freeway is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Western Freeway good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Western Freeway scores 4.5/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Western Freeway in a caravan?+

With care. Western Freeway scores 5.7/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Are there any dangerous sections on Western Freeway?+

Contour has identified 23 grey spots on Western Freeway - 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: 16 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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