Maitland to North Lakes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

390.5 miles 628.5 km · straight line
493.3 miles actual route 793.9 km · driving distance
9h 33min estimated drive time
AUD 93 - AUD 114 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Maitland from North Lakes?

The distance from Maitland to North Lakes is 390.5 miles (628.5 km) as the crow flies. North Lakes is located NNE of Maitland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 493.3 miles, taking about 9h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in Australia — Maitland in New South Wales and North Lakes in Queensland.

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 Maitland 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 Maitland to North Lakes

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 33min AUD 93 - AUD 114 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 28min $39–$74* Budget
Train ~9h 4min $59–$173* 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 Maitland & North Lakes

Quick Facts

Maitland
32.73°S, 151.56°E
Australia/Sydney
16m 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 130 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM