Gold Coast to Port Macquarie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

237.7 miles 382.6 km · straight line
288.6 miles actual route 464.5 km · driving distance
5h 39min estimated drive time
AUD 54 - AUD 67 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Gold Coast from Port Macquarie?

The distance from Gold Coast to Port Macquarie is 237.7 miles (382.6 km) as the crow flies. Port Macquarie is located S of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.6 miles, taking about 5h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in Australia — Gold Coast in Queensland and Port Macquarie in New South Wales.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gold Coast and Port Macquarie. 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 Port Macquarie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 39min AUD 54 - AUD 67 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 47min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 22min $35–$101* Comfort

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

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

Suggested Stops Between Gold Coast & Port Macquarie

Quick Facts

Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Port Macquarie
31.43°S, 152.91°E
Australia/Sydney
10m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 104.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM