Brisbane to Hervey Bay: Road Trip Guide & Distance

151.6 miles 244 km · straight line
174.2 miles actual route 280.3 km · driving distance
3h 39min estimated drive time
AUD 33 - AUD 40 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
354° N bearing direction

How far is Brisbane from Hervey Bay?

The distance from Brisbane to Hervey Bay is 151.6 miles (244 km) as the crow flies. Hervey Bay is located N of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.2 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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. 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 Hervey Bay. 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 Hervey Bay

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 39min AUD 33 - AUD 40 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 23min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 28min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brisbane & Hervey Bay

Quick Facts

Brisbane
27.47°S, 153.03°E
Australia/Brisbane
27m elevation
Hervey Bay
25.29°S, 152.77°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m 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 164.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM