Shepparton to Sydney road trip: Distance, drive time & best stops
The best stops on a Shepparton to Sydney road trip are Albury and Bowral. By car, the distance from Shepparton to Sydney is 725km, with a driving time of 7h11m.
A road trip from Shepparton to Sydney takes you from Victoria’s Goulburn Valley to the capital of New South Wales.
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Sydney’s enormous collection of experiences includes all-inclusive sunset dinner cruises, behind-the-scenes tours of the Opera House, jet boat thrill rides and historic walking tours. To get the best deals on Sydney accommodation, book here. To find Sydney tours and experiences that suit your tastes, step this way.
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- Taronga Zoo – the zoo with harbour views (and plenty of cute Aussie animals)
- Sydney Opera House – official walking tour. See behind the scenes!
- Wild Life Sydney – Aussie animal favourites in convenient Darling Harbour location. Perfect if on limited time.
- Sydney Cricket Ground – behind the scenes secrets tour.
- Sydney Tower Eye – 360 degree views from 250 metres above the city.
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This guide should help you plan your perfect Shepparton to Sydney road trip itinerary.
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Shepparton to Sydney distance and driving time
By car along the quickest route, the distance from Shepparton to Sydney is 725km. That makes for a driving time of around seven hours and 11 minutes.
The best stops to add to a Shepparton to Sydney road trip itinerary are Albury and Bowral.
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 Sydney road trip: A stop in Benalla?
The initial stage of the Shepparton to Sydney 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 Sydney 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.