Canberra to Great Ocean Road: Road Trip Guide & Distance

390.3 miles 628.1 km · straight line
528 miles actual route 849.7 km · driving distance
10h 37min estimated drive time
AUD 99 - AUD 122 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Great Ocean Road?

The distance from Canberra to Great Ocean Road is 390.3 miles (628.1 km) as the crow flies. Great Ocean Road is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 528 miles, taking about 10h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Great Ocean Road 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 Great Ocean Road. 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 Great Ocean Road

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 37min AUD 99 - AUD 122 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 44min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~10h 5min $63–$185* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Great Ocean Road

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Great Ocean Road
38.68°S, 143.48°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 130 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM