Newcastle to Toowoomba: Road Trip Guide & Distance

371.1 miles 597.2 km · straight line
444 miles actual route 714.6 km · driving distance
9h 55min estimated drive time
AUD 84 - AUD 103 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Newcastle from Toowoomba?

The distance from Newcastle to Toowoomba is 371.1 miles (597.2 km) as the crow flies. Toowoomba is located N of Newcastle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 444 miles, taking about 9h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in Australia — Newcastle in New South Wales and Toowoomba 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 Toowoomba. 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 Newcastle to Toowoomba

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 55min AUD 84 - AUD 103 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 54min $36–$67* Budget
Train ~9h 25min $53–$155* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newcastle & Toowoomba

Quick Facts

Newcastle
32.93°S, 151.78°E
Australia/Sydney
48m elevation
Toowoomba
27.56°S, 151.95°E
Australia/Brisbane
599m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM