Railway crossing signs in Australia

Railways are sometimes denoted using a crossbuck sign, and other times using a graphic or words.

The direction of the tracks could be indicated on a sign. Crossbucks will sometimes show the number of tracks you need to cross, e.g. 3.

For some crossings you will see ‘RAIL’ and a large X painted on the road.

	Railway crosses the road at an angle. Check your blind spots carefully
	The crossing is approximately perpendicular (at right angles) to the direction of the road
	There is a crossing on a side road with lights controlling the crossing. Be sure you can complete your manoeuvre into the road and watch for hidden queues.
	This is a railway with a gate on the side road as indicated. Watch for queues and ensure you can complete your manoeuvre.
	Indicates there’s a railway line to the left on a side road.
	General crossbuck railway signs showing the number of tracks.
	Railway line in 500m.
	Give way at the crossing and be prepared to stop. There are 2 tracks to cross.
	Compulsory stop at the crossing. There will be a line that marks a safe place to stop usually with a yellow cross-hatched area that you should not enter unless it’s safe to proceed.
	Stop if the red lights are flashing. There will be a line that marks a safe place to stop usually with a yellow cross-hatched area that you should not enter unless it’s safe to proceed.