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Springwood #147 Pro
A 2-stage route from Springwood Service Centre covering 11.8 km in about 25 minutes entirely within Springwood in the Blue Mountains. This semi-rural route reaches 80 km/h, with speeds ranging from 40 to 80 km/h. It has 6 roundabouts but only 2 traffic signals, reflecting the less urbanised character of the area.
Watch Out For
- 80 km/h sections on Burns Road/Farm Road. Higher-speed driving on wider roads. Must reach close to the limit.
- Macquarie Road roundabouts. Part of the 6 roundabouts on this route. Give way to the right.
- 40 km/h zones near Plateau Road. Speed drops from 50 to 40 km/h in residential areas. Multiple 40 km/h segments.
- Only 2 traffic signals. Most intersections are roundabout or give-way controlled.
Route Features
- 11 left turns, 13 right turns, 6 roundabouts, 2 sets of traffic lights.
- 6 roundabouts and only 2 traffic signals.
- Speed range 40-80 km/h. Wide range typical of Blue Mountains routes.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near Lewin Street/Murray Avenue.
Key Tips
- Speed transitions from 40 to 80 km/h are dramatic. Watch for speed signs at every transition.
- With only 2 traffic signals, roundabout technique is essential for this route.
- Blue Mountains roads can be narrow and winding. Adjust speed for visibility, especially on Farm Road.
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)
Stage 1
| 1 | Drive west on Springwood Avenue. | 588 m | |
| 2 | Turn right onto Homedale Street. | 116 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Macquarie Road. | 200 m | |
| 4 | Turn left onto Ferguson Road. | 30 m | |
| 5 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Ferguson Road. | 390 m | |
| 6 | Bear right onto Ferguson Road. | 348 m | |
| 7 | Turn left onto Boomerang Road. | 119 m | |
| 8 | Keep right to take Bednal Road. | 523 m | |
| 9 | Turn left onto Murray Avenue. | 332 m | |
| 10 | Turn right onto Lewin Street. | 97 m | |
| 11 | Turn right onto Plateau Road. | 33 m | |
| 12 | Turn left onto Eastlea Avenue. | 104 m | |
| 13 | Turn right onto Lucinda Avenue. | 167 m | |
| 14 | Turn left onto Fripp Lane. | 21 m |
Stage 2
| 1 | Drive east on Lucinda Avenue. | 426 m | |
| 2 | Turn right onto Alderton Avenue. | 106 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Chaseling Avenue. | 259 m | |
| 4 | Turn left onto Bednal Road. | 1.1 km | |
| 5 | Turn left onto A32/Great Western Highway. | 988 m | |
| 6 | Turn left onto George Street. | 33 m | |
| 7 | Turn right onto Silva Road. | 110 m | |
| 8 | Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit onto Hawkesbury Road. | 204 m | |
| 9 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Macquarie Road. | 521 m | |
| 10 | Turn right onto Burns Road. | 915 m | |
| 11 | Turn left onto Farm Road. | 990 m | |
| 12 | Turn right onto Batman Crescent. | 372 m | |
| 13 | Turn right onto Bruce Street. | 110 m | |
| 14 | Turn left onto Farm Road. | 686 m | |
| 15 | Turn right onto Burns Road. | 915 m | |
| 16 | Turn left onto Macquarie Road. | 506 m | |
| 17 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Macquarie Road. | 328 m | |
| 18 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Raymond Road. | 117 m | |
| 19 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Springwood Avenue. | 60 m |
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