Gladstone to Gold Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance

317.3 miles 510.6 km · straight line
377 miles actual route 606.7 km · driving distance
7h 45min estimated drive time
AUD 71 - AUD 87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
156° SSE bearing direction

How far is Gladstone from Gold Coast?

The distance from Gladstone to Gold Coast is 317.3 miles (510.6 km) as the crow flies. Gold Coast is located SSE of Gladstone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 377 miles, taking about 7h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in Australia.

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 Gladstone and Gold Coast. 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 Gladstone to Gold Coast

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 45min AUD 71 - AUD 87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 18min $30–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 22min $45–$132* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Gladstone
23.85°S, 151.26°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation
Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 106 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 78.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM