Perth, Western Australia, Australia to Rottnest Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

20.4 miles 32.9 km · straight line
26.6 miles estimated 42.8 km · driving distance
32min estimated drive time
AUD 5 - AUD 6 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
260° W bearing direction

How far is Perth, Western Australia, Australia from Rottnest Island?

The distance from Perth, Western Australia, Australia to Rottnest Island is 20.4 miles (32.9 km) as the crow flies. Rottnest Island is located W of Perth, Western Australia, Australia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 26.6 miles, taking about 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Perth, Western Australia, Australia and Rottnest Island. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Perth, Western Australia, Australia to Rottnest Island

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 32min AUD 5 - AUD 6 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Perth, Western Australia, Australia
31.95°S, 115.86°E
Australia/Perth
0m elevation
Rottnest Island
32.00°S, 115.52°E
Australia/Perth
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients