Bathurst to Geelong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

438.5 miles 705.7 km · straight line
519.7 miles actual route 836.4 km · driving distance
10h 19min estimated drive time
AUD 98 - AUD 120 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Bathurst from Geelong?

The distance from Bathurst to Geelong is 438.5 miles (705.7 km) as the crow flies. Geelong is located SW of Bathurst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 519.7 miles, taking about 10h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in Australia — Bathurst in New South Wales and Geelong in Victoria.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bathurst and Geelong. 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 Bathurst to Geelong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 19min AUD 98 - AUD 120 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 23min $42–$78* Budget
Train ~9h 48min $62–$182* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bathurst & Geelong

Quick Facts

Bathurst
33.42°S, 149.58°E
Australia/Sydney
670m elevation
Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM