Bairnsdale to Burnie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.2 miles 388.2 km · straight line
301.6 miles estimated 485.3 km · driving distance
6h 4min estimated drive time
AUD 57 - AUD 70 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bairnsdale from Burnie?

The distance from Bairnsdale to Burnie is 241.2 miles (388.2 km) as the crow flies. Burnie is located SSW of Bairnsdale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.6 miles, taking about 6h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in Australia — Bairnsdale in Victoria and Burnie in Tasmania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bairnsdale and Burnie. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bairnsdale to Burnie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 4min AUD 57 - AUD 70 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 17min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 46min $36–$106* Comfort

Quick Facts

Bairnsdale
37.82°S, 147.61°E
Australia/Melbourne
26m elevation
Burnie
41.06°S, 145.90°E
Australia/Hobart
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients