Canberra to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Canberra from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia?

The distance from Canberra to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is 290 miles (466.7 km) as the crow flies. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.3 miles, taking about 7h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 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 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. 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.