Speed limits and speed cameras in Australia
The limits in Australia at a glance, and what Ghost knows about the cameras there.
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Yes, there are speed cameras in Australia. Ghost knows 2,411 of them. Varies by state.
General speed limits for cars in Australia
| Road type | Cars |
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| Built-up areas | Varies by state |
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| Outside built-up areas | Varies by state |
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| Motorways | Varies by state |
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| Driving side | Left |
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The sign on the road always applies.Each state and territory sets its own limits, and most built-up areas default to 50 km/h.
Cameras in the Ghost database
- Speed cameras: 1,429
- Red-light cameras: 324
- Speed and red-light cameras: 658
Questions and answers
Are there speed cameras in Australia?
Yes, there are speed cameras in Australia. Ghost knows 2,411 of them.
What is the speed limit in Australia?
Varies by state.
Do they use km/h or mph in Australia?
Speed limits in Australia are posted in km/h.
Which side of the road do you drive on in Australia?
You drive on the left in Australia.
Does Ghost work in Australia?
Yes. Ghost warns you about known fixed speed cameras and average-speed zones in Australia, and the data stays on your phone when the signal drops.
