EV Route Guide

Sydney to Byron Bay

Driving your EV from Sydney to Byron Bay? Around 780 km up the Pacific Highway with fast charging in Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and Ballina.

768 km ~8h 12m drive 2 suggested stops
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Route Summary

From
Sydney, NSW
To
Byron Bay, NSW
Distance
~768 km
Drive time
~8h 12m
Charging stops
2
Calculated for
Tesla Model Y RWD

About this route

Sydney to Byron Bay is one of those trips that EV owners tend to do over two days rather than one long push. Around 780 km up the Pacific Highway, the charging is spread out nicely at Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and Ballina, with about 150 km between each stop. Byron Bay itself has a few destination chargers at hotels and car parks once you arrive.

  • ✓ Charging roughly every 150 km the whole way up
  • ✓ Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and Ballina are the key stops
  • ✓ Byron Bay has destination chargers at several accommodation options
  • ✓ Easy to split into two relaxed days of driving

Suggested Charging Stops

Calculated for a Tesla Model Y RWD at 80% starting charge. Stops will vary by vehicle.

1

Nabiac

~256 km from start

Nearby chargers

NRMA Charging Station

37 Nabiac Street, Nabiac, NSW, 2312

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2

Boambee

~512 km from start

Nearby chargers

Chargefox Charging Station

Pacific Hwy, Boambee, NSW, 2450

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bp pulse Charging Station

136 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour, NSW, 2450

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Tesla Supercharger

253 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour, NSW, 2450

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charging stops does the Sydney to Byron Bay EV route need?

Plan for two or three stops depending on your car. A longer-range EV might manage with two, but something with a smaller battery could need more. Use the journey planner to get a proper plan worked out for your specific EV and starting charge.

Can I drive Sydney to Byron Bay in an electric car?

Yes. Sydney to Byron Bay is one of those trips that EV owners tend to do over two days rather than one long push. Around 780 km up the Pacific Highway, the charging is spread out nicely at Newcastle, Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour, and Ballina, with about 150 km between each stop. Byron Bay itself has a few destination chargers at hotels and car parks once you arrive.

How long does the Sydney to Byron Bay drive take in an EV?

The drive itself is about 8h 12m for the 768 km. That does not include charging stops, so budget an extra 20 to 40 minutes for each one depending on your car and what charger you find.