Cradle Mountain to Great Ocean Road: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.1 miles 391.3 km · straight line
303.9 miles estimated 489.1 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
AUD 57 - AUD 70 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
327° NNW bearing direction

How far is Cradle Mountain from Great Ocean Road?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Great Ocean Road is 243.1 miles (391.3 km) as the crow flies. Great Ocean Road is located NNW of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 303.9 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in Australia — Cradle Mountain in Tasmania and Great Ocean Road in Victoria.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Cradle Mountain and Great Ocean Road. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cradle Mountain to Great Ocean Road

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min AUD 57 - AUD 70 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cradle Mountain & Great Ocean Road

Quick Facts

Cradle Mountain
41.65°S, 145.95°E
Australia/Hobart
1545m elevation
Great Ocean Road
38.68°S, 143.48°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients