This 8.07 km route takes about 19 minutes and is one of two short Takanini routes, with all driving at 50 km/h. Compared to Route 318 (similar length, more turns) and Route 319 (nearly triple the distance with 100 km/h motorway), this one is the simplest. It includes 6 roundabouts, 4 signals, 1 school zone, and 1 stop sign.

Watch Out For

• School zone near Porchester Road. Variable electronic 40 km/h signs when active. Slow to 40 km/h whenever the lights are flashing.
• Stop sign on Airfield Road. Full stop required. Come to a complete halt, check all directions, then proceed.
• Spartan Road. Residential street with a bike lane. Check for cyclists before turning or changing position.
• Manuroa Road. Main road connecting the route. Watch for vehicles turning out of side streets.
• Porchester Road. Near the school zone, parked cars may obstruct your view of pedestrians.

Route Features

• 10 left turns, 6 right turns, 6 roundabouts, 4 sets of traffic lights.
• Distance: 8.07 km, single stage
• Duration: approximately 19 minutes
• Turns: 10 left, 6 right
• 6 roundabouts, 4 traffic signals
• 1 school zone (40 km/h variable), 1 stop sign
• Speed: constant 50 km/h throughout

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull over on Spartan Road area. Quiet residential street. Mirror, signal left, stop smoothly, then rejoin.

Key Tips

• The school zone has variable electronic signs. Even if you cannot see children, you must obey the flashing 40 km/h limit.
• A full stop at the stop sign means zero movement. Rolling stops are an instant fail.
• All 50 km/h, so maintain a steady speed. Driving well under the limit without reason loses marks too.