Canberra to Dubbo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

212.1 miles 341.3 km · straight line
245.3 miles actual route 394.7 km · driving distance
5h 19min estimated drive time
AUD 46 - AUD 57 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
352° N bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Dubbo?

The distance from Canberra to Dubbo is 212.1 miles (341.3 km) as the crow flies. Dubbo is located N of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 245.3 miles, taking about 5h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Dubbo in New South Wales.

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 Canberra and Dubbo. 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 Dubbo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 19min AUD 46 - AUD 57 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 23min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~5h 3min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Dubbo

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Dubbo
32.24°S, 148.60°E
Australia/Sydney
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 117.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM