Gold Coast to North Lakes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

59.5 miles 95.7 km · straight line
67.6 miles actual route 108.8 km · driving distance
1h 28min estimated drive time
AUD 13 - AUD 16 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Gold Coast from North Lakes?

The distance from Gold Coast to North Lakes is 59.5 miles (95.7 km) as the crow flies. North Lakes is located NNW of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 67.6 miles, taking about 1h 28min. 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 Gold Coast and North Lakes. 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 Gold Coast to North Lakes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 28min AUD 13 - AUD 16 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 46min $5–$10* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Gold Coast & North Lakes

Quick Facts

Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
North Lakes
27.22°S, 153.02°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 418.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM