Daintree to Gladstone: Road Trip Guide & Distance

647.3 miles 1041.8 km · straight line
794.2 miles actual route 1278.1 km · driving distance
17h 4min estimated drive time
AUD 150 - AUD 184 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Daintree from Gladstone?

The distance from Daintree to Gladstone is 647.3 miles (1041.8 km) as the crow flies. Gladstone is located SE of Daintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 794.2 miles, taking about 17h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in 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. 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 Daintree and Gladstone. 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 Daintree to Gladstone

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17h 4min AUD 150 - AUD 184 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~20h 29min $64–$119* Budget
Train ~22h 11min $95–$278* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Daintree & Gladstone

Quick Facts

Daintree
16.25°S, 145.42°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Gladstone
23.85°S, 151.26°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 216 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM