Canberra to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

307.6 miles 495.1 km · straight line
381.3 miles actual route 613.7 km · driving distance
8h 30min estimated drive time
AUD 72 - AUD 88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Tamworth?

The distance from Canberra to Tamworth is 307.6 miles (495.1 km) as the crow flies. Tamworth is located NNE of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.3 miles, taking about 8h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory and Tamworth in New South Wales.

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. 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 Tamworth. 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 Tamworth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 30min AUD 72 - AUD 88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 12min $31–$57* Budget
Train ~8h 5min $46–$133* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Tamworth

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m elevation
Tamworth
31.09°S, 150.93°E
Australia/Sydney
384m 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 80.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM