Ballarat to Canberra: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ballarat from Canberra?

The distance from Ballarat to Canberra is 333.2 miles (536.3 km) as the crow flies. Canberra is located ENE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 463.6 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Canberra in Australian Capital Territory.

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 Canberra. 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.