Byron Bay to Grafton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

82 miles 132 km · straight line
102.5 miles estimated 165 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
AUD 19 - AUD 24 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Byron Bay from Grafton?

The distance from Byron Bay to Grafton is 82 miles (132 km) as the crow flies. Grafton is located SSW of Byron Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.5 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Byron Bay and Grafton. 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 Byron Bay to Grafton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min AUD 19 - AUD 24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Byron Bay & Grafton

Quick Facts

Byron Bay
28.65°S, 153.60°E
Australia/Sydney
0m elevation
Grafton
29.68°S, 152.93°E
Australia/Sydney
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 303.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients