Canberra to Mount Barker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

579.6 miles 932.7 km · straight line
702.6 miles actual route 1130.7 km · driving distance
13h 51min estimated drive time
AUD 132 - AUD 163 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Mount Barker?

The distance from Canberra to Mount Barker is 579.6 miles (932.7 km) as the crow flies. Mount Barker is located W of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 702.6 miles, taking about 13h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Mount Barker in South Australia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canberra and Mount Barker. 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 Mount Barker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 51min AUD 132 - AUD 163 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 37min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~18h 0min $84–$246* Comfort

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Mount Barker
35.07°S, 138.87°E
Australia/Adelaide
322m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 193 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM