New South Wales · Driver Knowledge Test (DKT) · Road rules

The lights at a railway level crossing are flashing but you can't see a train. What do you do?

The answer

  • Stop and wait until the lights stop flashing Correct
  • Cross slowly, checking both ways
  • Follow the car in front
  • Cross quickly before a train arrives

Why that's the answer

Flashing lights mean stop — always. You must not enter the crossing until the lights stop and any boom gates are fully raised.

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