Canberra to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Canberra from Sunshine Coast?
The distance from Canberra to Sunshine Coast is 640.1 miles (1030.2 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located NNE of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 798 miles, taking about 15h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Sunshine Coast in Queensland.
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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.
Coordinates come from public place data for Canberra and Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 213 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.9 times to circle the Earth's equator