Canberra to Dandenong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.9 miles 461.7 km · straight line
426.4 miles actual route 686.2 km · driving distance
8h 20min estimated drive time
AUD 80 - AUD 99 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Dandenong?

The distance from Canberra to Dandenong is 286.9 miles (461.7 km) as the crow flies. Dandenong is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.4 miles, taking about 8h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Dandenong in Victoria.

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 Canberra and Dandenong. 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 Canberra to Dandenong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 20min AUD 80 - AUD 99 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 0min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 55min $51–$149* Comfort

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Dandenong
37.98°S, 145.20°E
Australia/Melbourne
34m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM