Newcastle to Sunshine Coast: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Newcastle from Sunshine Coast?
The distance from Newcastle to Sunshine Coast is 440.7 miles (709.2 km) as the crow flies. Sunshine Coast is located N of Newcastle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 543.6 miles, taking about 10h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in Australia — Newcastle in New South Wales and Sunshine Coast 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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.
Coordinates come from public place data for Newcastle and Sunshine Coast. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 147 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
- You could travel this distance about 56.5 times to circle the Earth's equator