Geelong to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

40.1 miles 64.5 km · straight line
45.9 miles actual route 73.9 km · driving distance
1h 6min estimated drive time
AUD 9 - AUD 11 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
55° NE bearing direction

How far is Geelong from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia?

The distance from Geelong to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is 40.1 miles (64.5 km) as the crow flies. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is located NE of Geelong. By car, the driving distance is approximately 45.9 miles, taking about 1h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Geelong and Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. 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 Geelong to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 6min AUD 9 - AUD 11 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Geelong & Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Quick Facts

Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
37.81°S, 144.96°E
Australia/Melbourne
31m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 13 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 621.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM