Canberra to Pakenham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.6 miles 449.9 km · straight line
427.3 miles actual route 687.6 km · driving distance
8h 37min estimated drive time
AUD 80 - AUD 99 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Pakenham?

The distance from Canberra to Pakenham is 279.6 miles (449.9 km) as the crow flies. Pakenham is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.3 miles, taking about 8h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Pakenham 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 Pakenham. 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 Pakenham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 37min AUD 80 - AUD 99 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 20min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~8h 11min $51–$150* Comfort

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Pakenham
38.07°S, 145.47°E
Australia/Melbourne
44m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM