Canberra to Grafton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

445.8 miles 717.5 km · straight line
540.3 miles actual route 869.6 km · driving distance
10h 39min estimated drive time
AUD 102 - AUD 125 estimated fuel cost
~1h 24min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Grafton?

The distance from Canberra to Grafton is 445.8 miles (717.5 km) as the crow flies. Grafton is located NNE of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 540.3 miles, taking about 10h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 24min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Grafton in New South Wales.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canberra and Grafton. 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 Grafton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 39min AUD 102 - AUD 125 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 47min $43–$81* Budget
Train ~10h 7min $65–$189* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Grafton

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Grafton
29.68°S, 152.93°E
Australia/Sydney
7m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 149 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 55.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM