Brisbane to Canberra by bus
Canberra lies 944 km (587 mi) south of Brisbane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 17 h 12 min including stops, over roughly 1,152 km (716 mi) of road.
| Brisbane | Canberra | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 2.8 million | 367,752 |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | 571 m (1,873 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) |
| Postal codes | 4000–9015 | 2600–2601 |
Where to book buses from Brisbane to Canberra
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Staying in Canberra
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Common questions
How far is Canberra from Brisbane?
944 km (587 mi) in a straight line, south of Brisbane; by road roughly 1,152 km (716 mi).
How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Canberra by bus?
About 17 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Brisbane and Canberra?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.