North Lakes to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295.4 miles 475.4 km · straight line
367.4 miles actual route 591.3 km · driving distance
8h 1min estimated drive time
AUD 69 - AUD 85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is North Lakes from Tamworth?

The distance from North Lakes to Tamworth is 295.4 miles (475.4 km) as the crow flies. Tamworth is located SSW of North Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 367.4 miles, taking about 8h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in Australia — North Lakes in Queensland and Tamworth in New South Wales.

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. 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 North Lakes and Tamworth. 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 Tamworth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 1min AUD 69 - AUD 85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 37min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~7h 37min $44–$129* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between North Lakes & Tamworth

Quick Facts

North Lakes
27.22°S, 153.02°E
Australia/Brisbane
21m elevation
Tamworth
31.09°S, 150.93°E
Australia/Sydney
384m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM