Brisbane to Canberra: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Brisbane from Canberra?
The distance from Brisbane to Canberra is 586.4 miles (943.7 km) as the crow flies. Canberra is located SSW of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 725.8 miles, taking about 14h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in Australia — Brisbane in Queensland and Canberra in Australian Capital Territory.
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. 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 Brisbane 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.
How to Get from Brisbane to Canberra
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator