Ballarat to Warrnambool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

93.1 miles 149.9 km · straight line
106.1 miles actual route 170.8 km · driving distance
2h 22min estimated drive time
AUD 20 - AUD 25 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Warrnambool?

The distance from Ballarat to Warrnambool is 93.1 miles (149.9 km) as the crow flies. Warrnambool is located SW of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 106.1 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 22min AUD 20 - AUD 25 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 50min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 15min $13–$37* Comfort

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Warrnambool
38.38°S, 142.49°E
Australia/Melbourne
24m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 267.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM