Bathurst to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

511.8 miles 823.7 km · straight line
634.7 miles actual route 1021.4 km · driving distance
13h 36min estimated drive time
AUD 120 - AUD 147 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
25° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bathurst from Sunshine Coast?

The distance from Bathurst to Sunshine Coast is 511.8 miles (823.7 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located NNE of Bathurst. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634.7 miles, taking about 13h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in Australia — Bathurst in New South Wales and Sunshine Coast 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bathurst and Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 36min AUD 120 - AUD 147 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 19min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~17h 41min $76–$222* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bathurst & Sunshine Coast

Quick Facts

Bathurst
33.42°S, 149.58°E
Australia/Sydney
670m elevation
Sunshine Coast
26.65°S, 153.07°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 171 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM