Australians are lucky enough to live in a country with access to some of the world’s most scenic drives, and KAYAK is encouraging us to get out there and explore via car this year. With Aussies seeing the pinch to their wallets from the cost of living pressures and rising flight costs, road trips offer a fun and affordable way to get your holiday fix in your own backyard.
KAYAK Road Trip Index ranks Aussie states and territories
When it comes to planning the perfect ‘roadie’, Aussies are spoilt for choices across the country. From the Great Ocean Road in Victoria to the high country of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, there are many routes to choose from, but it can be difficult to settle on a destination that meets your needs.
To help make choosing your best road trip destination easier, KAYAK has developed a comprehensive Road Trip Index, providing specific insights and information around the cost of a road trip, road safety, environmental impact, and cultural opportunities of Australian road trips, enabling travellers to the right road trip for their holiday.
Tasmania ranks as the best state for Australian road trips
When it comes to the best destinations to plan a road trip, Tasmania has been ranked as the top destination in KAYAK’s Australian Road Trip Index. Not only does Tasmania boast stunning natural wonders – with the most terrestrial protected areas, national parks, and the lowest air pollution – it also has the fewest serious car accidents, good radio coverage, offers great affordability, and has the highest proportion of hotels offering free parking.
Victoria ranked second in the overall index, in part thanks to the great roadside amenities for travellers. Victoria has the most public restrooms, the best mobile data coverage and the most electric vehicle charging stations and service stations than any other state.
Northern Territory placed third with ample natural beauty. It also ranks well for affordability thanks to affordable parking and holiday park prices, and no road tolls.
Discover the full ranking HERE.
Road Trip Index Notes
^All sources have been accessed and data retrieved between 22 February – 22 June 2022. The numbers collected are based on the latest available data. For full details on the 2022 Road Trip Index methodology, please visit https://www.kayak.com.au/c/road-trip-index/
