Cradle Mountain to Mount Gambier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cradle Mountain from Mount Gambier?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Mount Gambier is 380.7 miles (612.7 km) as the crow flies. Mount Gambier is located NW of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 456.8 miles, taking about 9h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in Australia — Cradle Mountain in Tasmania and Mount Gambier in South Australia.

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. 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 Gambier. 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.