Daintree to Rockhampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

593.2 miles 954.7 km · straight line
727.1 miles actual route 1170.1 km · driving distance
15h 35min estimated drive time
AUD 137 - AUD 168 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
147° SSE bearing direction

How far is Daintree from Rockhampton?

The distance from Daintree to Rockhampton is 593.2 miles (954.7 km) as the crow flies. Rockhampton is located SSE of Daintree. By car, the driving distance is approximately 727.1 miles, taking about 15h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. 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 Rockhampton. 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 Rockhampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 35min AUD 137 - AUD 168 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 42min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~20h 16min $87–$254* 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 & Rockhampton

Quick Facts

Daintree
16.25°S, 145.42°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Rockhampton
23.38°S, 150.51°E
Australia/Brisbane
13m 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 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM