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Penrith #64 Free
A single-stage route from Penrith Service Centre covering 10.9 km in about 24 minutes through Penrith, South Penrith and Kingswood. Speed limits range from 40 to 60 km/h, with the majority in 50 km/h residential zones. This route has 9 roundabouts and only 6 traffic signals, typical of Penrith where roundabouts dominate over traffic lights. It is the simplest of the three Penrith routes, with the fewest roundabouts.
Watch Out For
- Bike lane on Bringelly Road. Watch for cyclists and do not drive in the bike lane. Check mirrors before turning left across it.
- Roundabouts on Jamison Road. Multiple roundabouts along this stretch. Give way to the right and signal left when leaving.
- Roundabouts in South Penrith residential area. Several small roundabouts on Calgaroo Crescent and surrounding streets can catch you off guard.
Route Features
- 7 left turns, 12 right turns, 9 roundabouts, 6 sets of traffic lights.
- 9 roundabouts spread across the route. Still fewer than Routes #65 (17) and #154 (14).
- Only 6 traffic signals. Penrith routes rely on roundabouts rather than traffic lights.
- Speed range 40-60 km/h, with the bulk at 50 km/h in residential areas.
Test Manoeuvres
- Kerbside stop near Stafford Street/Evan Street area.
Key Tips
- Practice roundabout entries and exits. With 9 roundabouts and minimal signals, smooth roundabout technique is essential.
- This is the easiest Penrith route for roundabout practice. Once comfortable, progress to Route #65 (17 roundabouts).
- Watch speed signs carefully in the South Penrith residential area where 50 km/h zones are common.
Step-by-Step Directions (1 stage)
| 1 | Drive east on High Street. | 174 m | |
| 2 | Turn right onto Evan Street. | 234 m | |
| 3 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Lethbridge Street. | 249 m | |
| 4 | Turn right onto Doonmore Street. | 190 m | |
| 5 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Doonmore Street. | 224 m | |
| 6 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Doonmore Street. | 255 m | |
| 7 | Turn left onto Jamison Road. | 1.6 km | |
| 8 | Turn right onto Bringelly Road. | 158 m | |
| 9 | Turn left onto West Street. | 120 m | |
| 10 | Turn left onto First Street. | 431 m | |
| 11 | Turn right onto Second Avenue. | 388 m | |
| 12 | Turn right onto Callow Lane. | 90 m | |
| 13 | Turn left onto Edna Street. | 57 m | |
| 14 | Turn right onto Manning Street. | 583 m | |
| 15 | Turn right onto Calgaroo Crescent. | 309 m | |
| 16 | Turn right onto Peppermint Crescent. | 231 m | |
| 17 | Turn right onto Bringelly Road. | 229 m | |
| 18 | Turn left onto Jamison Road. | 1.8 km | |
| 19 | Turn right onto Evan Street. | 257 m | |
| 20 | Enter the roundabout and take the 1st exit onto Stafford Street. | 247 m | |
| 21 | Turn left onto Warwick Street. | 281 m | |
| 22 | Turn right onto Jamison Road. | 723 m | |
| 23 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Jamison Road. | 295 m | |
| 24 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Station Street. | 863 m | |
| 25 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Reserve Street. | 213 m | |
| 26 | Turn left onto Woodriff Street. | 76 m | |
| 27 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Woodriff Street. | 233 m | |
| 28 | Enter the roundabout and take the 2nd exit onto Woodriff Street. | 180 m | |
| 29 | Turn right onto High Street. | 216 m |
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