Gladstone to Rockhampton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

57.5 miles 92.6 km · straight line
67.3 miles actual route 108.3 km · driving distance
1h 30min estimated drive time
AUD 13 - AUD 16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
304° NW bearing direction

How far is Gladstone from Rockhampton?

The distance from Gladstone to Rockhampton is 57.5 miles (92.6 km) as the crow flies. Rockhampton is located NW of Gladstone. By car, the driving distance is approximately 67.3 miles, taking about 1h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. 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 Gladstone and Rockhampton. 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 Rockhampton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 30min AUD 13 - AUD 16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 48min $5–$10* Budget

Quick Facts

Gladstone
23.85°S, 151.26°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation
Rockhampton
23.38°S, 150.51°E
Australia/Brisbane
13m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 432.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM