Speed
What is the general speed limit on an urban road with a single lane in each direction?
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026
- A 20 km/h
- ✓ 30 km/h
- C 40 km/h
- D 50 km/h
Why this is the correct answer
Under Article 50.1.b of the General Traffic Regulations, the general limit on urban roads with a single lane in each direction is 30 km/h. It is 20 km/h on roads where carriageway and pavement share one level surface, and 50 km/h on roads with two or more lanes in each direction.
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