Brisbane to Grafton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.9 miles 246 km · straight line
195.7 miles actual route 314.9 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
AUD 37 - AUD 45 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
182° S bearing direction

How far is Brisbane from Grafton?

The distance from Brisbane to Grafton is 152.9 miles (246 km) as the crow flies. Grafton is located S of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195.7 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in Australia — Brisbane in Queensland and Grafton in New South Wales.

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. 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 Brisbane and Grafton. 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 Grafton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min AUD 37 - AUD 45 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 36min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brisbane & Grafton

Quick Facts

Brisbane
27.47°S, 153.03°E
Australia/Brisbane
27m elevation
Grafton
29.68°S, 152.93°E
Australia/Sydney
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 162.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM