Canberra to Geelong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

330.1 miles 531.2 km · straight line
446.6 miles actual route 718.8 km · driving distance
8h 40min estimated drive time
AUD 84 - AUD 104 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
232° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Geelong?

The distance from Canberra to Geelong is 330.1 miles (531.2 km) as the crow flies. Geelong is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 446.6 miles, taking about 8h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Geelong 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 Geelong. 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 Geelong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 40min AUD 84 - AUD 104 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 24min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~8h 14min $54–$156* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Geelong

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 110 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 75.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM