Ballarat to Dubbo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

455.8 miles 733.5 km · straight line
540.8 miles actual route 870.4 km · driving distance
11h 18min estimated drive time
AUD 102 - AUD 125 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
38° NE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Dubbo?

The distance from Ballarat to Dubbo is 455.8 miles (733.5 km) as the crow flies. Dubbo is located NE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 540.8 miles, taking about 11h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Dubbo 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. 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 Dubbo. 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 Dubbo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 18min AUD 102 - AUD 125 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 34min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~10h 44min $65–$189* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

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

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Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Dubbo
32.24°S, 148.60°E
Australia/Sydney
264m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 152 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM