Ballarat to Burnie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

264.9 miles 426.3 km · straight line
364.6 miles actual route 586.8 km · driving distance
10h 58min estimated drive time
AUD 69 - AUD 84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Burnie?

The distance from Ballarat to Burnie is 264.9 miles (426.3 km) as the crow flies. Burnie is located SSE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 364.6 miles, taking about 10h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Burnie in Tasmania.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballarat and Burnie. 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 Burnie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 58min AUD 69 - AUD 84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 10min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~10h 25min $44–$128* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

Suggested Stops Between Ballarat & Burnie

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m 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 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM