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Butler #221 Free
A two-stage route from Butler DVS Centre, covering 11.7 km in about 24 minutes through Butler and Alkimos. This route features an extraordinary 21 roundabouts with only 3 traffic signals. Butler is one of the most roundabout-intensive test locations in Australia. Speed limits range from 50 to 70 km/h through the new suburban development.
Watch Out For
- 21 roundabouts. One every 490 metres on average. Concentrated along Camborne Parkway and Connolly Drive. In WA, signal on entry (left for left, right for right), signal left when exiting.
- Connolly Drive (70 km/h). The fastest section. Reach the speed limit promptly.
- 11 left turns, 10 right turns.
- Marmion Avenue. A busy main road connecting to the test centre area.
- Only 3 traffic signals. Almost all intersections are roundabouts. Do not expect traffic lights to control right of way.
Route Features
- 11 left turns, 10 right turns, 21 roundabouts, 3 sets of traffic lights.
- 21 roundabouts. Second-highest of any Butler route (tied with Route #222).
- 3 sets of traffic signals.
- Speed range: 50-70 km/h.
- Main roads: Camborne Parkway, Connolly Drive, Bradman Drive.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near Dargie Way/Rossi Lane area.
Key Tips
- 21 roundabouts demands absolutely consistent technique. Any lapse in signalling or give-way awareness will be noticed.
- The new suburban streets are wide and well-marked, making lane positioning easier than older suburbs.
- Butler routes are among the most roundabout-heavy in Australia. If you are not confident with roundabouts, practise extensively before booking here.
Step-by-Step Directions (2 stages)
Stage 1
| 1 | Drive west on Delvin Lane. | 119 m | |
| 2 | Turn left onto Caistor Way. | 78 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Butler Boulevard. | 288 m | |
| 4 | Turn right onto Exmouth Drive. | 315 m | |
| 5 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Exmouth Drive. | 64 m | |
| 6 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit. | 17 m | |
| 7 | Exit the roundabout onto Mansfield Avenue. | 120 m | |
| 8 | Turn left to stay on Mansfield Avenue. | 263 m | |
| 9 | Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit. | 36 m | |
| 10 | Exit the roundabout onto Camborne Parkway. | 290 m | |
| 11 | Enter the roundabout and take the 4th exit. | 57 m | |
| 12 | Exit the roundabout onto Hollington Gardens. | 140 m | |
| 13 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Hollington Gardens. | 183 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Santorini Promenade. | 62 m | |
| 15 | Turn left onto Trethowan Promenade. | 125 m | |
| 16 | Turn left onto Longstaff Avenue. | 124 m | |
| 17 | Turn right onto Dargie Way. | 92 m |
Stage 2
| 1 | Drive east on Dargie Way. | 43 m | |
| 2 | Turn right onto Rossi Lane. | 42 m | |
| 3 | Turn right onto Longstaff Avenue. | 66 m | |
| 4 | Turn left. | 21 m | |
| 5 | Turn right onto Santorini Promenade. | 90 m | |
| 6 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto 71/Marmion Avenue. | 33 m | |
| 7 | Turn left onto Benenden Avenue. | 188 m | |
| 8 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Benenden Avenue. | 145 m | |
| 9 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Benenden Avenue. | 83 m | |
| 10 | Make a right U-turn to stay on Benenden Avenue, if permitted. | 308 m | |
| 11 | Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Camborne Parkway. | 275 m | |
| 12 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Camborne Parkway. | 351 m | |
| 13 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Kingsbridge Boulevard. | 152 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Shropshire Crescent. | 64 m | |
| 15 | Turn right onto Coleford Gate. | 83 m | |
| 16 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bradman Drive. | 254 m | |
| 17 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Bradman Drive. | 219 m | |
| 18 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Bradman Drive. | 51 m | |
| 19 | Turn left onto Lukin Drive. | 173 m | |
| 20 | Turn left onto Connolly Drive. | 390 m | |
| 21 | Enter Beechwood Park and take the 1st exit. | 14 m | |
| 22 | Exit the roundabout onto Connolly Drive. | 641 m | |
| 23 | Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Landbeach Boulevard. | 166 m | |
| 24 | Turn left onto Impington Road. | 363 m | |
| 25 | Turn left onto Thurleigh Approach. | 82 m | |
| 26 | Turn right onto Connolly Drive. | 202 m | |
| 27 | Enter the roundabout and take the 3rd exit onto Benenden Avenue. | 700 m | |
| 28 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Benenden Avenue. | 37 m | |
| 29 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Benenden Avenue. | 134 m | |
| 30 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Hollyford Parade. | 191 m | |
| 31 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Caistor Way. | 103 m | |
| 32 | Turn left onto Butler Boulevard. | 146 m |
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