Brisbane to Newcastle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brisbane from Newcastle?

The distance from Brisbane to Newcastle is 384.5 miles (618.8 km) as the crow flies. Newcastle is located S of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 477.3 miles, taking about 9h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in Australia — Brisbane in Queensland and Newcastle in New South Wales.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brisbane and Newcastle. 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.