Canberra to Goulburn: Road Trip Guide & Distance

49.5 miles 79.7 km · straight line
57.2 miles actual route 92 km · driving distance
1h 13min estimated drive time
AUD 11 - AUD 13 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
43° NE bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Goulburn?

The distance from Canberra to Goulburn is 49.5 miles (79.7 km) as the crow flies. Goulburn is located NE of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 57.2 miles, taking about 1h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Goulburn in New South Wales.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Goulburn. 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 Goulburn

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 13min AUD 11 - AUD 13 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 28min $5–$9* Budget

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Goulburn
34.75°S, 149.72°E
Australia/Sydney
642m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 17 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 502.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM