The shortest and quickest route from Wiri VTNZ, covering just 6.93 km in about 17 minutes. The route heads north from Roscommon Road into Papatoetoe via Puhinui Road, loops through residential streets, and returns via Golden Arches Place and Noel Burnside Road. Speed limits stay between 50 and 60 km/h throughout, with no high-speed sections. Despite its short distance, 12 traffic signals and 5 pedestrian crossings keep you busy.

Watch Out For

• Pedestrian crossings in the Papatoetoe area. Five crossings along the route. Always scan for pedestrians early and stop fully when required.
• Roundabout near Bridge Street/Kenderdine Road. Give way to the right. Signal on entry, signal left when exiting. Pedestrian crossings are nearby, so check for people crossing right after the roundabout.
• Stop sign near Brett Avenue/Stafford Avenue. Come to a full stop. Do not roll through.
• 9 give way intersections. Many clustered near Roscommon Road. Left turns give way to right turns under NZ rules.

Route Features

• 11 left turns, 9 right turns, 1 roundabout, 12 sets of traffic lights.
• 12 traffic signals, 11 left turns, 9 right turns, 1 roundabout.
• Entirely urban, 50-60 km/h zones. No motorway or high-speed sections, unlike routes #285 and #325 which reach 100 km/h.
• Passes through quiet Papatoetoe residential streets including Brett Avenue, Stafford Avenue, and Plunket Avenue.

Test Manoeuvres

• Pull over near Roscommon Road. Check mirrors, signal left, pull over smoothly and stop parallel to the kerb.

Key Tips

• With 5 pedestrian crossings in 7 km, this route tests your hazard awareness more than speed management. Keep scanning footpaths.
• The residential streets in Papatoetoe are narrow with parked cars. Drop to 40-45 km/h where visibility is limited.
• Good route for building confidence before tackling the longer routes (#285 at 16 km or #325 at 13 km) from this centre.