The best New South Wales road trips
Planning a New South Wales road trip? We have 6 campervan itineraries across New South Wales, from 3 to 10 days, most starting in Sydney, Walgett, Byron Bay. The best time to drive here is Autumn and Spring and Summer and Winter, and a few routes need a 4WD.
Blue Mountains in 3 Days: A Campervan Loop from Sydney
A 3-day, 250 km sealed-road campervan loop from Sydney through the Blue Mountains - suits any 2WD van, best in autumn or spring.
The Darling River Run: A 10-Day Outback Campervan Adventure Through NSW
A 950 km, 10-day campervan journey down the Darling River from Walgett to Wentworth through Outback NSW - 4WD recommended, best in autumn or spring.
The Grand Pacific Drive: A 3-Day Sydney to Jervis Bay Campervan Trip
A 3-day, 200 km sealed-coast campervan drive from Sydney to Jervis Bay on the Grand Pacific Drive - suits any 2WD van, great year-round.
The Rainforest Way: A 5-Day Campervan Loop Through the Byron Bay Hinterland
A 5-day, 350 km campervan loop from Byron Bay through the rainforest hinterland to Nimbin, Lamington and the Border Ranges. Suits any 2WD van, best in autumn
Sydney to Brisbane: A 7-Day Pacific Coast Campervan Road Trip
A 7-day, 920 km sealed-road campervan drive from Sydney to Brisbane up the Pacific Coast - suits any 2WD van, best in spring or autumn.
Sydney to Melbourne Coastal Drive: A 7-Day Campervan Road Trip
A 7-day, 1,032 km one-way campervan drive from Sydney to Melbourne along the Princes Highway - suits any 2WD van, best in summer, autumn or spring.
New South Wales road trip FAQs
What is the best road trip in New South Wales?+
Our top pick is Sydney to Brisbane - a 7-day, 920 km trip from Sydney to Brisbane. You'll find all 6 New South Wales itineraries below.
How many days do you need for a New South Wales road trip?+
Anywhere from 3 to 10 days. Our New South Wales campervan itineraries range from 3-day escapes to 10-day trips, so you can match one to the time you have.
Do you need a 4WD to road trip in New South Wales?+
Most New South Wales routes are sealed and suit any 2WD campervan, but a few remote or outback routes need a 4WD - each route lists what it requires.
When is the best time to drive in New South Wales?+
The sweet spot for a New South Wales road trip is Autumn and Spring and Summer and Winter. Each itinerary lists its ideal season based on weather, road conditions and crowds.