Ballarat to Bendigo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

60.6 miles 97.6 km · straight line
73.8 miles actual route 118.7 km · driving distance
1h 44min estimated drive time
AUD 14 - AUD 17 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
23° NNE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Bendigo?

The distance from Ballarat to Bendigo is 60.6 miles (97.6 km) as the crow flies. Bendigo is located NNE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 73.8 miles, taking about 1h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballarat and Bendigo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ballarat to Bendigo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 44min AUD 14 - AUD 17 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 5min $6–$11* Budget

At 73.8 miles, driving is often the most practical option.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Bendigo
36.76°S, 144.28°E
Australia/Melbourne
221m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 410.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM