Canberra to Mornington Peninsula: Road Trip Guide & Distance

313.7 miles 504.8 km · straight line
459.1 miles actual route 738.8 km · driving distance
8h 59min estimated drive time
AUD 86 - AUD 106 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
226° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Mornington Peninsula?

The distance from Canberra to Mornington Peninsula is 313.7 miles (504.8 km) as the crow flies. Mornington Peninsula is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 459.1 miles, taking about 8h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Mornington Peninsula 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 Mornington Peninsula. 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 Mornington Peninsula

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 59min AUD 86 - AUD 106 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 47min $37–$69* Budget
Train ~8h 32min $55–$161* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Mornington Peninsula

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Mornington Peninsula
38.35°S, 144.95°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM