Cradle Mountain to Mount Barker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

594.7 miles 957 km · straight line
713.6 miles estimated 1148.4 km · driving distance
14h 21min estimated drive time
AUD 134 - AUD 165 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
318° NW bearing direction

How far is Cradle Mountain from Mount Barker?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Mount Barker is 594.7 miles (957 km) as the crow flies. Mount Barker is located NW of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 713.6 miles, taking about 14h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in Australia — Cradle Mountain in Tasmania and Mount Barker in South Australia.

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. 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 Mount Barker. 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 Mount Barker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 21min AUD 134 - AUD 165 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 13min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 39min $86–$250* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cradle Mountain & Mount Barker

Quick Facts

Cradle Mountain
41.65°S, 145.95°E
Australia/Hobart
1545m elevation
Mount Barker
35.07°S, 138.87°E
Australia/Adelaide
322m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients