Brisbane to Rockhampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

323.3 miles 520.3 km · straight line
390.7 miles actual route 628.8 km · driving distance
8h 4min estimated drive time
AUD 74 - AUD 91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 9min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Brisbane from Rockhampton?

The distance from Brisbane to Rockhampton is 323.3 miles (520.3 km) as the crow flies. Rockhampton is located NNW of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 390.7 miles, taking about 8h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in Australia.

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. 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 Rockhampton. 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 Rockhampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 4min AUD 74 - AUD 91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 9min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 41min $31–$59* Budget
Train ~7h 40min $47–$137* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brisbane & Rockhampton

Quick Facts

Brisbane
27.47°S, 153.03°E
Australia/Brisbane
27m elevation
Rockhampton
23.38°S, 150.51°E
Australia/Brisbane
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 108 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 77 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM