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Guide to Driving in Australia

Australia Speed Limits

KPH MPH
Motorways 110/130 68/81
Open Roads 100/110 62/68
Built Up Areas 50/60 31/37

Emergency Phone Numbers

Police 000
Fire 000
Ambulance 000

Fuel

There can be large distances between petrol stations; it is advisable that when undertaking a long journey, you fill up at every opportunity.

Outside of its cities, Australia has vast stretches of wild country commonly known as the "Outback". This is fantastic to drive through, although it is so vast and has enormous empty distances where you can drive for half a day and not pass through a single town. This is why it is extremely important that you plan your itinerary thoroughly and plan regular breaks in your journey.

Cattle and kangaroos are a major hazard on country roads, collisions with these and oncoming vehicles when swerving to avoid them are common. Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk, so to avoid the risk, try not to drive at these times.

If you are planning on having a big holiday, you might want to consider hiring a car in separate areas and taking internal flights between them. Some places on a map of Australia may look like they are quite close to each other, however huge distances separate points of interest and the main cities, so always do some research prior to your trip, to ensure that you leave sufficient time for your journey.

Find out more about skiing in Australia, or read our Australia travel guide. You may also like to view information about destinations in Australia.

Essential Driving Information

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