Brisbane to Canberra: Road Trip Guide & Distance

586.4 miles 943.7 km · straight line
725.8 miles actual route 1168.1 km · driving distance
14h 5min estimated drive time
AUD 137 - AUD 168 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 5min AUD 137 - AUD 168 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 54min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~18h 19min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brisbane & Canberra

Quick Facts

Brisbane
27.47°S, 153.03°E
Australia/Brisbane
27m elevation
Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
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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
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM