Australia's ten best-known road trips plus our own routes — ready-made routes with legs, real road distances and driving times — plus tips from people who have driven them. Days are suggestions, not counting driving days.
The 10 best-known road tripsCommunity tripsOwn routes
On the road
Before you set off
Don't make legs too long: More than 4–5 hours in one go is tiring. Split longer stretches — kangaroos and wombats are most active at dusk, so avoid driving then if you can.
Road conditions and closures for each state are linked on the info page. Check especially carefully in the wet season (Nov–April) in the tropical north.
Van or rental car: One-way rentals Sydney–Cairns often come with a hefty surcharge. For relocation deals and buying your own van, see the Van Guide.