Burnie to Great Ocean Road: Road Trip Guide & Distance

208.5 miles 335.5 km · straight line
260.6 miles estimated 419.4 km · driving distance
5h 15min estimated drive time
AUD 49 - AUD 60 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Burnie from Great Ocean Road?

The distance from Burnie to Great Ocean Road is 208.5 miles (335.5 km) as the crow flies. Great Ocean Road is located NW of Burnie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.6 miles, taking about 5h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in Australia — Burnie in Tasmania and Great Ocean Road in Victoria.

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. 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 Burnie and Great Ocean Road. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Burnie to Great Ocean Road

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 15min AUD 49 - AUD 60 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 18min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 59min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnie & Great Ocean Road

Quick Facts

Burnie
41.06°S, 145.90°E
Australia/Hobart
29m elevation
Great Ocean Road
38.68°S, 143.48°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients