A single-stage route from Greenslopes TMR, covering 7.5 km in about 13 minutes. Faster than Route #177 from the same centre, this route heads east through Holland Park and Coorparoo, reaching 70 km/h on Nursery Road. With only 10 turns (6 left, 4 right) and zero roundabouts, the route is more about maintaining speed and handling signals than navigating complex intersections.

Watch Out For

• School zone near Cavendish Road. 40 km/h when flashing lights are active.
• 70 km/h zone on Nursery Road. You must reach close to the speed limit. Driving 50 in a 70 zone is marked as driving too slowly.
• U-turn sign near Abbotsleigh Street. Be aware of the U-turn signage. In QLD, U-turns are only permitted where there is a U-turn sign.
• Pedestrian crossing. Always stop for pedestrians on or about to step onto the crossing.
• Give way near Holland Park. Check for traffic from both directions.

Route Features

• 6 left turns, 4 right turns, 11 sets of traffic lights.
• Zero roundabouts. Unlike Route #177 which has one.
• 11 sets of traffic signals, mostly along Logan Road.
• Speed range: 50-70 km/h. Nursery Road reaches 70 km/h.
• Passes through Greenslopes, Holland Park West, Holland Park, and Coorparoo.

Test Manoeuvres

• Kerbside stop near Logan Road.

Key Tips

• This route is faster paced than Route #177. Focus on reaching and maintaining the speed limit, especially on the 70 km/h section.
• With only 10 turns, you have fewer direction changes but more time at higher speeds. Stay in the correct lane and plan ahead for turns.
• Watch speed transitions carefully. The route moves between 50, 60, and 70 km/h zones.