Brisbane to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brisbane from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia?

The distance from Brisbane to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is 455.1 miles (732.4 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is located SSW of Brisbane. By car, the driving distance is approximately 565 miles, taking about 10h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in Australia — Brisbane in Queensland and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 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. 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 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. 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.