Canberra to Phillip Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

308.8 miles 496.9 km · straight line
385.9 miles estimated 621.1 km · driving distance
7h 46min estimated drive time
AUD 73 - AUD 89 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Phillip Island?

The distance from Canberra to Phillip Island is 308.8 miles (496.9 km) as the crow flies. Phillip Island is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 385.9 miles, taking about 7h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Phillip Island 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 Phillip Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Phillip Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 46min AUD 73 - AUD 89 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 19min $31–$58* Budget
Train ~7h 23min $46–$135* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Phillip Island

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Phillip Island
38.48°S, 145.23°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 103 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 80.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients