Noosa to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

528.5 miles 850.6 km · straight line
651.6 miles actual route 1048.6 km · driving distance
12h 42min estimated drive time
AUD 123 - AUD 151 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
192° SSW bearing direction

How far is Noosa from Sydney, New South Wales, Australia?

The distance from Noosa to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is 528.5 miles (850.6 km) as the crow flies. Sydney, New South Wales, Australia is located SSW of Noosa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 651.6 miles, taking about 12h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in Australia — Noosa in Queensland and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia in New South Wales.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Noosa and Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. 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 Noosa to Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 42min AUD 123 - AUD 151 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 14min $52–$98* Budget
Train ~16h 31min $78–$228* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Noosa & Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Quick Facts

Noosa
26.39°S, 153.08°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m elevation
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
33.87°S, 151.21°E
Australia/Sydney
3m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 176 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM