Geelong to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

483.4 miles 777.9 km · straight line
579.2 miles actual route 932.1 km · driving distance
11h 0min estimated drive time
AUD 109 - AUD 134 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Geelong from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia?

The distance from Geelong to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is 483.4 miles (777.9 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is located NE of Geelong. By car, the driving distance is approximately 579.2 miles, taking about 11h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in Australia — Geelong in Victoria and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia in New South Wales.

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. 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 Geelong and Sydney, New South Wales, 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 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 0min AUD 109 - AUD 134 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 12min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~10h 27min $70–$203* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Geelong & Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Quick Facts

Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
33.87°S, 151.21°E
Australia/Sydney
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 161 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM