Busselton to Rottnest Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Busselton from Rottnest Island?

The distance from Busselton to Rottnest Island is 114.6 miles (184.4 km) as the crow flies. Rottnest Island is located N of Busselton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 143.2 miles, taking about 2h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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 Busselton and Rottnest Island. 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.