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Distance from Brisbane to Adelaide

Straight line

1,602 km
996 mi · 865 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 2 h 30 min

Direction

SW 235°
initial bearing

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How far is Brisbane from Adelaide?

Brisbane (Australia) and Adelaide (Australia) are quite far apart: 1,602 km in a straight line, that is 996 miles or 865 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Brisbane, Adelaide lies to the south-west (initial bearing 235°). Both cities are in Australia. The halfway point is at -31.4002°, 146.0997°.

A direct flight would take about 2 h 30 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Brisbane from Adelaide?

The straight-line distance between Brisbane and Adelaide is 1,602 km (996 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Adelaide from Brisbane?

Adelaide is to the south-west of Brisbane, at an initial bearing of 235°.

How long is the flight from Brisbane to Adelaide?

A direct flight would take about 2 h 30 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.