Blue Mountains to Maitland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.9 miles 159.2 km · straight line
146.1 miles actual route 235.1 km · driving distance
3h 12min estimated drive time
AUD 28 - AUD 34 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
47° NE bearing direction

How far is Blue Mountains from Maitland?

The distance from Blue Mountains to Maitland is 98.9 miles (159.2 km) as the crow flies. Maitland is located NE of Blue Mountains. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.1 miles, taking about 3h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in Australia.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Blue Mountains and Maitland. 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 Blue Mountains to Maitland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 12min AUD 28 - AUD 34 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 50min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~3h 2min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blue Mountains & Maitland

Quick Facts

Blue Mountains
33.72°S, 150.31°E
Australia/Sydney
1000m elevation
Maitland
32.73°S, 151.56°E
Australia/Sydney
16m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 251.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM