Byron Bay to Maitland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

307.3 miles 494.6 km · straight line
380.5 miles actual route 612.3 km · driving distance
7h 23min estimated drive time
AUD 72 - AUD 88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Byron Bay from Maitland?

The distance from Byron Bay to Maitland is 307.3 miles (494.6 km) as the crow flies. Maitland is located SSW of Byron Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 380.5 miles, taking about 7h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. 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 Byron Bay and Maitland. 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 Byron Bay to Maitland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 23min AUD 72 - AUD 88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 52min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 1min $46–$133* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Byron Bay
28.65°S, 153.60°E
Australia/Sydney
0m elevation
Maitland
32.73°S, 151.56°E
Australia/Sydney
16m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM