Sydney to Toowoomba by bus
Toowoomba lies 705 km (438 mi) north of Sydney, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 12 h 54 min including stops, over roughly 860 km (534 mi) of road.
| Sydney | Toowoomba | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 142,163 |
| Elevation | 58 m (190 ft) | 599 m (1,965 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) |
| Postal codes | 1001–2001 | 4350 |
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Common questions
How far is Toowoomba from Sydney?
705 km (438 mi) in a straight line, north of Sydney; by road roughly 860 km (534 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sydney to Toowoomba by bus?
About 12 h 54 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sydney and Toowoomba?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.