An 8.2 km, two-stage route from Rockdale Service Centre heading south through Kogarah, Carlton and Allawah. At under 20 minutes, this is the shortest route from Rockdale. It has the fewest roundabouts (2) of all 8 Rockdale routes but 17 traffic lights, making it the most signal-heavy. Speed limits range from 40 to 70 km/h.

Watch Out For

• School zone near Carlton. 40 km/h during school hours (8:00–9:30am and 2:30–4:00pm). Easy to miss among frequent speed changes.
• Two stop signs on Elizabeth Street, Allawah. Come to a complete stop at each one. They are close together, so do not rush the second.
• Multiple 40 km/h zones on Regent Street. Speed drops from 60 to 40 repeatedly. Watch for speed signs carefully.
• Give way intersection near Regent Street. Check right for oncoming traffic before proceeding.

Route Features

• 9 left turns and 8 right turns
• 2 roundabouts, 17 traffic lights
• Speed limits: 40 km/h (Regent Street zones), 50 km/h (residential), 60 km/h (main roads), 70 km/h (Princes Highway)
• Key roads: Regent Street, Princes Highway, Park Road, Elizabeth Street

Test Manoeuvres

• Kerbside stop near Edward Street, Carlton.

Key Tips

• With 17 traffic lights, expect frequent stops. Approach each set ready to stop on amber.
• Speed transitions between 40, 60 and 70 happen quickly. Keep scanning for speed signs, especially on Regent Street.
• Despite only 2 roundabouts, the 17 signalised intersections involve many turns. Get into the correct lane early.