Ballarat to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

602.4 miles 969.5 km · straight line
734 miles actual route 1181.3 km · driving distance
15h 23min estimated drive time
AUD 138 - AUD 170 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
44° NE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Tamworth?

The distance from Ballarat to Tamworth is 602.4 miles (969.5 km) as the crow flies. Tamworth is located NE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 734 miles, taking about 15h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in Australia — Ballarat in Victoria and Tamworth in New South Wales.

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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 23min AUD 138 - AUD 170 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 28min $59–$110* Budget
Train ~20h 0min $88–$257* Comfort

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

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

Suggested Stops Between Ballarat & Tamworth

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Tamworth
31.09°S, 150.93°E
Australia/Sydney
384m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM