Ballarat to Broken Hill: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ballarat from Broken Hill?

The distance from Ballarat to Broken Hill is 410.2 miles (660.1 km) as the crow flies. Broken Hill is located NNW of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459.1 miles, taking about 9h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 20min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Broken Hill in New South Wales.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Ballarat and Broken Hill. 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.