Geelong to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

613.8 miles 987.8 km · straight line
742.4 miles actual route 1194.7 km · driving distance
15h 7min estimated drive time
AUD 140 - AUD 172 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Geelong from Tamworth?

The distance from Geelong to Tamworth is 613.8 miles (987.8 km) as the crow flies. Tamworth is located NE of Geelong. By car, the driving distance is approximately 742.4 miles, taking about 15h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in Australia — Geelong in Victoria and Tamworth in New South Wales.

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 Geelong and Tamworth. 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 Tamworth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 7min AUD 140 - AUD 172 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 8min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 39min $89–$260* 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 Geelong & Tamworth

Quick Facts

Geelong
38.15°S, 144.36°E
Australia/Melbourne
23m elevation
Tamworth
31.09°S, 150.93°E
Australia/Sydney
384m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 205 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM