Roundabouts are one-way intersection systems, in which traffic circulates in a clockwise direction. Below are rules about how to approach and exit roundabouts in Queensland. For more information about the Queensland Road Rules please contact the Department of Transport and Main Roads at tmr.qld.gov.au or 13 2380.
Roundabouts
When approaching a roundabout, you should plan well in advance which exit you wish to take.
- You should obey any road markings, such as arrows, regarding the use of designated lanes.
- When turning left or right, you must indicate as you approach and enter the roundabout.
- Going straight ahead through a roundabout does not require an indicator when entering.
- When entering a roundabout you are required to give way to any traffic within the roundabout (both lanes of a multi-lane roundabout).
- You may enter a roundabout if there is a safe gap in the traffic flow, but should stay alert for fast-approaching traffic in the roundabout, which you should give way to.
- You should indicate left whenever you exit a roundabout.
[1] Left turn
- Position your vehicle in the left lane well in advance, unless arrows on the road or signs indicate otherwise.
- Give way to all vehicles already in the roundabout.
- Use your left indicator as you approach and enter the roundabout.
- Continue to signal left as you exit the roundabout.
[2] Straight ahead
- Position your vehicle in either lane well in advance, unless arrows on the road or signs indicate otherwise.
- Give way to all vehicles already in the roundabout.
- Do not use your indicator until ready to exit.
- Signal left as you exit the roundabout.
[3] Right turn or U-turn
- Position your vehicle in the right lane well in advance, unless arrows on the road or signs indicate otherwise.
- Give way to all vehicles already in the roundabout.
- Use your right indicator as you approach and enter the roundabout.
- Signal left as you exit the roundabout.