Canberra to Rowville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.3 miles 456 km · straight line
425.9 miles actual route 685.5 km · driving distance
8h 15min estimated drive time
AUD 80 - AUD 99 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Rowville?

The distance from Canberra to Rowville is 283.3 miles (456 km) as the crow flies. Rowville is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 425.9 miles, taking about 8h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Rowville 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 Rowville. 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 Rowville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 15min AUD 80 - AUD 99 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 54min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 50min $51–$149* Comfort

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Rowville
37.93°S, 145.23°E
Australia/Melbourne
73m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM