Cost to Drive from Melbourne to Bendigo
152 km via the Calder Fwy · about 2 h driving · range spans 6–11 L/100 km at Melbourne's weekly average price
Fuel: Melbourne U91 avg, week ending 12 July 2026 · distance computed once from open routingThe Calder Freeway is the main route between Melbourne and Bendigo, running north through central Victoria to the old goldfields city. It's a straightforward drive on good freeway for much of its length and a regular commuter and visitor corridor. The trip is easily managed in a single sitting, with fuel and rest stops available along the way.
Melbourne → Bendigo fuel cost
Default price: Melbourne average U91, week ending 12 July 2026. Fuel only — tolls, wear and rest stops not included.
The breakdown at typical consumption
| Car | L/100 km | Fuel used | One way | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economical small car / hybrid | 6.0 | 9.1 L | $15.22 | $30.44 |
| Typical car | 8.0 | 12.2 L | $20.30 | $40.59 |
| Large SUV / ute | 11.0 | 16.7 L | $27.91 | $55.81 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to drive from Melbourne to Bendigo?
- Between $15 and $28 in fuel one way at this week's Melbourne average price (166.9 c/L), depending on your car's consumption (6–11 L/100 km). A typical 8 L/100 km car uses about $20.30.
- How far is Melbourne to Bendigo by road?
- 152 km via the Calder Fwy, around 2 h of driving without long stops.
Related trips
- Bendigo → Melbourne (reverse)
- Melbourne → Sydney
- Melbourne → Adelaide
- Melbourne → Canberra
- Melbourne → Geelong
- Melbourne → Ballarat
- Melbourne fuel prices
- Australian Institute of Petroleum — weekly prices reportverified
- OSRM open routing (road distance, computed at build)cross-checked
Fuel cost only — tolls, food and accommodation not included. Distance is the practical sealed-road driving route; drive time excludes long breaks. Prices along remote corridors run above city averages.