Melbourne, Victoria, Australia to Phillip Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

48.4 miles 77.9 km · straight line
62.9 miles estimated 101.3 km · driving distance
1h 16min estimated drive time
AUD 12 - AUD 15 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
163° SSE bearing direction

How far is Melbourne, Victoria, Australia from Phillip Island?

The distance from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia to Phillip Island is 48.4 miles (77.9 km) as the crow flies. Phillip Island is located SSE of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 62.9 miles, taking about 1h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and Phillip Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia to Phillip Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 16min AUD 12 - AUD 15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 31min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Melbourne, Victoria, Australia & Phillip Island

Quick Facts

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
37.81°S, 144.96°E
Australia/Melbourne
31m elevation
Phillip Island
38.48°S, 145.23°E
Australia/Melbourne
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 514.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients