Canberra to Kakadu: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Canberra from Kakadu?

The distance from Canberra to Kakadu is 1854.7 miles (2984.8 km) as the crow flies. Kakadu is located NW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2427.7 miles, taking about 45h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 14min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Kakadu in Northern Territory.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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