Ballarat to Mackay: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Ballarat from Mackay?
The distance from Ballarat to Mackay is 1177.7 miles (1895.4 km) as the crow flies. Mackay is located NNE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1433.5 miles, taking about 29h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 52min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Mackay in Queensland.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.
Coordinates come from public place data for Ballarat and Mackay. 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 Mackay
Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 393 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 98 hours
- You could travel this distance about 21.1 times to circle the Earth's equator