Byron Bay to Toowoomba: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.4 miles 201.8 km · straight line
166.5 miles actual route 268 km · driving distance
3h 27min estimated drive time
AUD 31 - AUD 39 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Byron Bay from Toowoomba?

The distance from Byron Bay to Toowoomba is 125.4 miles (201.8 km) as the crow flies. Toowoomba is located NW of Byron Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 166.5 miles, taking about 3h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in Australia — Byron Bay in New South Wales and Toowoomba in Queensland.

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. 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 Toowoomba. 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 Toowoomba

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 27min AUD 31 - AUD 39 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 8min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 17min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Byron Bay & Toowoomba

Quick Facts

Byron Bay
28.65°S, 153.60°E
Australia/Sydney
0m elevation
Toowoomba
27.56°S, 151.95°E
Australia/Brisbane
599m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM