Canberra to Sunbury: Road Trip Guide & Distance

291.7 miles 469.4 km · straight line
404.4 miles actual route 650.8 km · driving distance
7h 47min estimated drive time
AUD 76 - AUD 94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Sunbury?

The distance from Canberra to Sunbury is 291.7 miles (469.4 km) as the crow flies. Sunbury is located SW of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 404.4 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Sunbury 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 Sunbury. 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 Sunbury

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 47min AUD 76 - AUD 94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 20min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 24min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Sunbury

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Sunbury
37.58°S, 144.73°E
Australia/Melbourne
220m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM