country towns near canberra

Chasing country towns near Canberra? You’re spoilt for choice within about an hour’s scoot.

Try Bungendore (~35 km), Murrumbateman (~40 km), Yass (~60 km), Braidwood (~85 km), and Goulburn (~90 km); closer in you’ve got Sutton and Gundaroo, and Queanbeyan practically taps the ACT on the shoulder. Cooma’s a longer run (~115 km) but worth it if you fancy alpine vibes.

Expect historic pubs, markets, and more bakeries than your waistband needs. Pack a thermos, point the car, and pretend the city emails can’t reach you that far.