Frankston South to Geelong: Road Trip Guide & Distance

42.2 miles 67.9 km · straight line
79.1 miles actual route 127.3 km · driving distance
1h 48min estimated drive time
AUD 15 - AUD 18 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
272° W bearing direction

How far is Frankston South from Geelong?

The distance from Frankston South to Geelong is 42.2 miles (67.9 km) as the crow flies. Geelong is located W of Frankston South. By car, the driving distance is approximately 79.1 miles, taking about 1h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frankston South and Geelong. 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 Frankston South to Geelong

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 48min AUD 15 - AUD 18 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 10min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Frankston South & Geelong

Quick Facts

Frankston South
38.17°S, 145.14°E
Australia/Melbourne
88m elevation
Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 590.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM