Did you know that roundabouts help reduce injury crashes by 75% and fatality crashes by 90%? They can also accommodate up to 50% more traffic than typical intersections, which helps reduce delays for all road users.
Roundabouts may seem overwhelming at first, but by following the tips below, you can confidently navigate a roundabout whether you are driving, walking, or riding a bike.
Safety Tips for Driving in a Roundabout
- Follow signs and markings to determine which lane you need to travel in before entering the roundabout.
- Yield to traffic in the roundabout. Only enter when there is a safe gap in traffic.
- Once you are in the roundabout, do not change lanes or stop.
- When approaching your street, use your turn signal and safely exit the roundabout.
Safety Tips for Walking in a Roundabout
- Stay in the walkways as you approach the roundabout.
- Only cross at a designated crosswalk.
- Use the islands to cross one direction of traffic at a time.
Safety Tips for Bicycling in a Roundabout
You have two options as a bicyclist: to travel with traffic like a motorist or to travel as a pedestrian. No matter which way you choose, use these tips to ensure safe travel as a bicyclist in a roundabout:
When traveling in the roadway like a motorist:
- Follow the same rules as a vehicle.
- Use hand signals to signal your path when entering and exiting.
When traveling using sidewalks like a pedestrian:
- Follow the same rules as a pedestrian.
- Walk your bicycle at crosswalks.
- Give people walking the right of way.
Interested in learning more? Safe Mobility for Life has educational tip cards and graphics available, designed to help you safely navigate roundabouts, plus other roadway features, with confidence. You can view, download or have the materials mailed directly to you for free by visiting fdot.info/resourcecenter.
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