Shepparton to Canberra road trip: Distance, drive time & best stops
The best stops on a Shepparton to Canberra road trip are Benalla, Albury and Jugiong. By car, the distance from Shepparton to Canberra is 510km, with a driving time of 5h22m.
Planning a Shepparton to Canberra road trip itinerary
A road trip from Shepparton to Canberra takes you from Victoria’s Goulburn Valley to the Australian capital
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This guide should help you plan your perfect Shepparton to Canberra road trip itinerary.
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Shepparton to Canberra distance and driving time
By car along the quickest route, the distance from Shepparton to Canberra is 510km. That makes for a driving time of around five hours and 22 minutes.
The best stops to add to a Shepparton to Canberra road trip itinerary are Benalla, Albury and Jugiong.
Shepparton accommodation recommendations
These are the best places to stay in Shepparton.
- For grandeur and lake view rooms: Carrington Hotel.
- For a holiday park with lots of kid-friendly facilities: Big4 Shepparton Park Lane Holiday Park.
- For high quality apartments: Quest Shepparton.
- For a good value motel with a pool: Peppermill Inn Motel.
Shepparton to Canberra road trip: A stop in Benalla?
The initial stage of the Shepparton to Canberra drive follows the Midland Highway towards Benalla. Casey’s Weir on the Broken River is the most attractive riverside stop on this part of the journey, and it is a free camping spot if you fancy getting out the tent for an overnight stay.
The route then skirts north of Benalla, but you may wish to into town.
Things to do in Benalla include taking a walk around the town’s many murals. The Benalla Art Gallery is one of the best regional art galleries in Australia, while the Benalla Aviation Museum gives unexpectedly interesting insights into World War II pilot training.
Pick the best Benalla accommodation options
The best places to stay in Benalla are…
- For a solid, affordable motel with a pool: Glider City Motel.
- For family-friendly cabins: Benalla Tourist Park.
- For central location: Top of the Town Motel.
Shepparton to Canberra drive: Glenrowan to Wangaratta
The next worthwhile stop is Glenrowan, where Ned Kelly’s last stand took place. Interpretive displays on Siege Street tell the story of the Kelly Gang’s shoot-out with the police.
There’s also a strong argument for making a short detour to Milawa, where the King Valley wineries have a distinct Italian flavour.
Regional hub Wangaratta is the next town along. Things to do in Wangaratta include going for a swim in the Ovens River from the Northern Beaches and enjoying Aboriginal sculptures on the Bullawah Cultural Trail.
For Wangaratta accommodation, try the waterside Big4 Wangaratta North Cedars Holiday Park and the well-equipped Quest apartments.
Click through to the next section: Wangaratta to Albury.