Cowra to Dubbo road trip: Distance, drive time & best stops
The Cowra to Dubbo drive covers a distance of 211km in a driving time of around 2h26m. Good road trip stops to add to the itinerary include Canowindra and Yeoval.
The drive from Cowra to Dubbo connects two of the most interesting towns in inland New South Wales. They can be pieced together as part of an off the beaten track road trip, such as from Canberra to Dubbo.
Cowra’s highlights can be explored on an attraction-packed e-bike tour.
Dubbo offers ghost tours, an observatory and a safari-style zoo. To find good quality Dubbo accommodation that suits your tastes, explore the options here.
Cowra to Dubbo distance and driving time
By car, the distance from Cowra to Dubbo drive is 211km. You can expect a driving time of around two hours and 26 minutes, but you might want to extend that by adding in a few road trip stops.
Where to stay in Cowra
The best Cowra accommodation options are:
- For four star quality in a central location: Cowra Club Services Motel.
- For overall quality: Country Gardens Motor Inn.
- For character and something a bit different: The Shearing Shed – Boutique Farm Stay.
You’ll leave Cowra along the Canowindra Road, and Canowindra is arguably the best stop along the route. Here, you can try hot air balloon rides over the surrounding countryside.
Canowindra is also close to Nangar National Park, which has several good walking tracks. The 6km return Mount Nangar Walking Track rewards you for a steep climb with wildflowers, and the 8km return Mount Murga Walking Track has reliable wildlife sighting.
Click through to the next section: Canowindra to Orange.