Bathurst to Canberra: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Bathurst from Canberra?

The distance from Bathurst to Canberra is 131.4 miles (211.4 km) as the crow flies. Canberra is located S of Bathurst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 156.8 miles, taking about 3h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in Australia — Bathurst in New South Wales and Canberra in Australian Capital Territory.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bathurst 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.