NSW · ACT · Return trip
Sydney ⇄ Canberra
Sydney to Canberra is one of the simplest intercity EV drives in the country. At under 300 km with fast charging at both ends and around Goulburn, most EVs can make the trip on a single charge, making it an ideal first electric road trip.
Highway
M31 Hume & Federal Highway
Distance (one way)
290 km
Drive time
≈ 3 hours
Fast chargers
35+
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Sydney to Canberra · M31 Hume & Federal Highway
Route
Sydney to Canberra
- Highway
- M31 Hume & Federal Highway
- Distance
- 291 km
- Drive time
- 3 hr 34 min
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Major charging stops
Key towns with DC fast charging along the route. Check live availability in Plugroo before each leg.
Mittagong
Southern Highlands charging and cafes
Goulburn
Main midway fast-charging hub
Collector
Small stop before the Federal Highway
Along the way
- The Southern Highlands villages and wineries
- The Big Merino at Goulburn
- Lake George along the Federal Highway
Charging tips
- Most EVs can drive one way on a single charge — a quick top-up at Goulburn covers any range anxiety.
- Canberra has plenty of destination charging, so arrive and charge while you explore.
- Winter mornings on the Southern Highlands can be cold, which slightly reduces range.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need to charge between Sydney and Canberra?
- Usually not. At under 300 km, most modern EVs complete the drive on a single charge, with fast charging at Goulburn if you want a buffer.
- Where can I charge in Canberra?
- Canberra has a growing mix of DC fast chargers and destination charging at shopping centres and hotels, so it is easy to recharge before the return drive.