Canberra to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

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.