North Lakes to Port Macquarie: Road Trip Guide & Distance

290.7 miles 467.9 km · straight line
352.9 miles actual route 568 km · driving distance
6h 51min estimated drive time
AUD 66 - AUD 82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
181° S bearing direction

How far is North Lakes from Port Macquarie?

The distance from North Lakes to Port Macquarie is 290.7 miles (467.9 km) as the crow flies. Port Macquarie is located S of North Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 352.9 miles, taking about 6h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in Australia — North Lakes in Queensland and Port Macquarie in New South Wales.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for North Lakes and Port Macquarie. 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 North Lakes to Port Macquarie

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 51min AUD 66 - AUD 82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 13min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 30min $42–$124* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between North Lakes & Port Macquarie

Quick Facts

North Lakes
27.22°S, 153.02°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation
Port Macquarie
31.43°S, 152.91°E
Australia/Sydney
10m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM