Port Macquarie to Tamworth: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.3 miles 192 km · straight line
169.9 miles actual route 273.4 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
AUD 32 - AUD 39 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
281° W bearing direction

How far is Port Macquarie from Tamworth?

The distance from Port Macquarie to Tamworth is 119.3 miles (192 km) as the crow flies. Tamworth is located W of Port Macquarie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.9 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in Australia.

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. 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 Port Macquarie 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 Port Macquarie to Tamworth

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min AUD 32 - AUD 39 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 36min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $20–$59* Comfort

Quick Facts

Port Macquarie
31.43°S, 152.91°E
Australia/Sydney
10m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 208.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM