sydney to canberra driving

Driving Sydney to Canberra is a doddle: about 286–300 km via the M31 Hume and A23 Federal Highway, taking roughly 3–3.5 hours if you behave. Expect mostly 110 km/h limits, some roadworks roulette, and likely Sydney motorway tolls on the way out. Classic stops? Sutton Forest for a pie, Goulburn’s Big Merino for a selfie you’ll never post, and a windy gaze over Lake George. Fuel bill for a typical car is around $40–$60 one-way; EVs have multiple fast chargers along the Hume and in Goulburn. Pack podcasts, watch the cameras, and you’ll be in the capital before your coffee’s lukewarm.