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Frankston #174 Pro

Andrew S Andrew S
Others
09 Jan 2026
326
12.8 km
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28 min
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14
18
6
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The longest and slowest route from Frankston at 12.8 km and 29 minutes, completed in two stages through Seaford and Frankston North. It has the strongest right-turn bias at this centre with 18 right turns versus only 14 left turns. Features 6 roundabouts (second most), 5 traffic signals, and speeds from 50 to 80 km/h.

Watch Out For

  • 18 right turns. More than double the left turns (14). Right turns in VIC cross oncoming traffic, so each one requires careful gap selection. Several right turns are into narrow residential streets.
  • School zone near Downs Road. 40 km/h during school hours. One of two school zones on this route.
  • School zone near Seaford Road. Second school zone, watch for the electronic signs approaching from Henry Crescent.
  • Frankston-Dandenong Road (80 km/h). The fastest section. Must reach near the speed limit.
  • 6 roundabouts. Second most at Frankston after Route #21 (7). Several occur between Downs Road and the residential grid.

Route Features

  • 14 left turns, 18 right turns, 6 roundabouts, 5 sets of traffic lights.
  • 6 roundabouts. In VIC, signal direction on entry and left when exiting.
  • 5 traffic signals, moderate count.
  • Speed zones: 50 km/h on Richardson Street, 60 km/h through residential areas, 80 km/h on Frankston-Dandenong Road and Claude Street area.
  • 19 give way intersections and 2 stop signs across the residential grid.

Test Manoeuvres

Key Tips

  • Practise right turns into narrow streets. With 18 right turns, your gap judgement and positioning must be consistent throughout.
  • At 29 minutes, this is the longest two-stage route. Pace your concentration across both stages.
  • The southern extension to Hadley Street and Claude Street includes 80 km/h sections with narrow lanes. Maintain speed without drifting.
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)

Stage 1

1 Drive west. 90 m
2 Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Hartnett Drive. 596 m
3 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Hartnett Drive. 1.3 km
4 Turn right onto Maple Street. 106 m
5 Turn right onto Richardson Street. 125 m
6 Turn left onto Peterson Street. 162 m
7 Turn right onto Emanuel Drive. 15 m
8 Turn left onto Lucas Crescent. 342 m
9 Turn left onto Downs Road. 166 m
10 Turn right onto Maple Street. 286 m
11 Turn right onto McBride Crescent. 30 m

Stage 2

1 Drive south on McBride Crescent. 345 m
2 Turn left onto Downs Road. 119 m
3 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Downs Road. 167 m
4 Turn left onto Austin Road. 381 m
5 Turn right onto Taldra Crescent. 286 m
6 Turn right onto Henry Crescent. 90 m
7 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Henry Crescent. 270 m
8 Turn right onto Seaford Road. 245 m
9 Turn right onto Elisdon Drive. 251 m
10 Turn right onto Centenary Street. 145 m
11 Turn right onto Prince Crescent. 262 m
12 Turn left onto Seaford Road. 554 m
13 Turn right onto 9/Frankston-Dandenong Road. 2.0 km
14 Turn right onto Braemar Street. 174 m
15 Turn left onto Hadley Street. 267 m
16 Turn right onto Claude Street. 214 m
17 Turn right onto Elliott Street. 241 m
18 Turn left onto Hadley Street. 101 m
19 Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lorna Street. 104 m
20 Turn right onto Lorna Street. 109 m
21 Turn left onto Wright Street. 197 m
22 Turn left onto Claude Street. 632 m
23 Turn left onto Hannah Street. 173 m
24 Turn left onto 9/Frankston-Dandenong Road. 1.0 km
25 Turn left onto Klauer Street. 502 m
26 Turn right. 74 m
27 Turn right onto Hartnett Drive. 211 m
28 Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Hartnett Drive. 238 m
29 Make a right U-turn at Hartnett Drive onto Hartnett Drive, if permitted. 213 m
30 Turn left. 32 m