{"id":199784,"date":"2019-08-26T17:59:35","date_gmt":"2019-08-26T07:59:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/?p=199784"},"modified":"2023-02-17T13:17:53","modified_gmt":"2023-02-17T02:17:53","slug":"sydney-to-byron-bay-road-trip-itinerary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.australiantraveller.com\/nsw\/sydney\/sydney-to-byron-bay-road-trip-itinerary\/","title":{"rendered":"A Sydney to Byron Bay road trip itinerary"},"content":{"rendered":"<h5>Driving from Sydney to Byron Bay is one of the most iconic drives in Australia. Here&#8217;s how to make the most of the route over four days.<\/h5>\n<p>The kind climes, relaxed vibes and picture-perfect surrounds of Byron Bay put it high on the holiday hit list.<\/p>\n\n<p>The coastal idyll is within easy reach of both Ballina and Gold Coast airports, but taking flight means bypassing some of New South Wales\u2019 greatest treasures.<\/p>\n\n<p>Sydney to Byron Bay is a 766-kilometre road trip flanked by incredible towns and landscapes. Soak it up with this four-day itinerary.<\/p>\n\n<p>You can also follow along on the map below.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"position: relative; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25%; min-height: 449px; box-sizing: border-box;\"><iframe style=\"border: 1px #d5d5d5 solid; position: absolute; width: 100%; height: 100%; left: 0;\" src=\"https:\/\/guide.australiantraveller.com\/journey\/6fbaaa15-e400-11e9-96fe-067ec0c7e8f4\/default?mapFullscreen=true\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<h2>Day 1: Sydney to Newcastle<\/h2>\n<h3>2 hours, 17 minutes\/163 kilometres (or 3 hours, 18 minutes\/215 kilometres via Patonga)<\/h3>\n<p>Grab your snacks and jump in the car, we\u2019re headed for the Pacific Highway. Newcastle is our day-one destination, but since it\u2019s only a couple of hours up the road, you might be inclined to swing by the Central Coast for an early injection of beach culture.<\/p>\n\n<p>Take your pick from the glut of cute villages and golden beaches that make the region so appealing. If you\u2019ve timed your arrival to dine, why not try Patonga where <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theboathousehotelpatonga.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Boathouse Hotel<\/a> has recently moved in?<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199793\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199793\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199793 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga.jpg\" alt=\"The Boat House Patonga\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Boat-House-Patonga-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199793\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Take a seat at Patonga&#8217;s Boat House<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Up the road, Newcastle is home to smart cafes, pubs, and bars, and fantastic boutique shopping, all underpinned by a thriving creative scene. And bonus points for being surround by water: Hunter River to the north; coastal beauty to the south.<\/p>\n\n<p>If a one-stop-shop is your kind of outing, hit up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitnewcastle.com.au\/see-do\/precincts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Darby Street precinct<\/a> and enjoy the vibrant village feel. If you didn\u2019t have lunch on the Central Coast, you won\u2019t have any trouble finding it here.<\/p>\n\n<p>The Newcastle Memorial Walk, a 450-metre clifftop path, is a beautiful way to take in this part of the coast, and even better if you can make it at sunset. For dinner with a seriously social vibe, head to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theedwards.com.au\/\">The Edwards.<\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199794\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199794\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199794 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle.jpg\" alt=\"The Edwards Newcastle\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/The-Edwards-Newcastle-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199794\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Taking light-filled interiors to the next level<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Where to stay<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rydges.com\/accommodation\/regional-nsw\/newcastle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rydges Newcastle<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 A contemporary hotel with sweeping harbour views.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theluckyhotel.com.au\/newcastle-accommodation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Lucky Hotel<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 A boutique hotel close to the action.<\/p>\n<h2>Day 2: Newcastle to Coffs Harbour<\/h2>\n<h3>4 hours\/385 kilometres (or 5 hours, 28 minutes\/468 kilometres via Bellingen and Dorrigo)<\/h3>\n<p>Donut leave Newy with a visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/doughheadsnewy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Doughheads<\/a> for the ultimate in road-trip snacks. Grab breakky just up the road at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehoodmilkbar.com.au\/\">The Hood<\/a>\u00a0and then you\u2019re back on the road.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199787\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199787\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199787 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/3The-Hood-Milkbar.jpg\" alt=\"3The Hood Milkbar\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/3The-Hood-Milkbar.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/3The-Hood-Milkbar-125x187.jpg 125w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/3The-Hood-Milkbar-253x380.jpg 253w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199787\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stop by The Hood<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Newcastle to Coffs Harbour leg is peppered with detour-worthy destinations: Forster, Port Macquarie, Crescent Head, South West Rocks, and then some. But for something a little different, let\u2019s head inland, where \u2018lush\u2019 is spectacularly redefined.<\/p>\n\n<p>Just 10 minutes off the highway at Raleigh, Bellingen is all charm with its heritage streetscape and verdant rainforest. Another 30 kilometres west you\u2019ll find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au\/visit-a-park\/parks\/dorrigo-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorrigo National Park<\/a>, where breathtaking heritage-listed rainforest awaits.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199788\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199788\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199788 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park.jpg\" alt=\"4bird watching in Dorigo National Park\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/4bird-watching-in-Dorigo-National-Park-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199788\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bird watching in Dorigo National Park<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A long day\u2019s driving calls for Netflix and chill\u2026 and pizza. For takeaway in Coffs, try Pizza Vino or Amalfi Pizzeria.<\/p>\n<h3>Where to stay<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/sapphireseasbeachhouse.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sapphire Seas Beach House<\/a> &#8211; A luxe holiday house on the beachfront; great for groups.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opalcove.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Opal Cove Resort<\/a> \u2013 Absolute beachfront at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n<h2>Day 3: Coffs Harbour to Yamba<\/h2>\n<h3>1 hour, 40 minutes\/138 kilometres<\/h3>\n<p>Today\u2019s drive runs along the state\u2019s longest stretch of undeveloped coastline so prepare yourself for rocky headlands, towering cliffs, deserted beaches and hectare upon hectare of forests, wetlands and open country. This is Yuraygir National Park, where hiking opportunities abound.<\/p>\n\n<p>But first, coffee. A micro-roastery, espresso bar and caf\u00e9, <a href=\"https:\/\/supplycoffee.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Supply Coffee<\/a>\u00a0has your breakfast sorted and, with a focus on wholefoods, it\u2019s a fresh way to farewell Coffs Harbour.<\/p>\n\n<p>If you\u2019re travelling from mid- to late October, a stop in Grafton will put you under a glorious canopy of in-bloom jacaranda trees. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jacarandafestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Grafton Jacaranda Festival<\/a>\u00a0runs from late October to early November each year. Otherwise, head straight on to Yamba, a charmingly sleepy town and surfers\u2019 paradise.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199789\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199789\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199789 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival.jpg\" alt=\"Grafton Jacaranda Festival\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/5Grafton-Jacaranda-Festival-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199789\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">See Grafton come alive during Jacaranda season<\/p><\/div>\n<p>An afternoon at Angourie Point, famous for its right-hand point break, would be a treat for surfers and spectators alike.<\/p>\n\n<p>For dinner, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/barbresco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Barbresco<\/a> is a favourite, or try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacifichotelyamba.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Pacific Hotel<\/a> for hearty pub fare and unbeatable views.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199790\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199790\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199790 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba.jpg\" alt=\"Pacific Hotel Yamba\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/6pacifichotelyamba-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199790\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yamba&#8217;s famous Pacific Hotel<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Hint:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Can\u2019t find your feet on a surfboard? Try a lesson with <a href=\"http:\/\/yambaangouriesurfschool.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamba-Angourie Surf School.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Where to stay<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandsatyamba.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Sands<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 A variety of accommodation styles complete with resort facilities.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com.au\/rooms\/16692292?source_impression_id=p3_1564618096_4OU3gCNXUxjpQHeI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Black Ace<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 A fully restored 110-year-old cottage; great for large groups.<\/p>\n<h2>Day 4: Yamba to Byron Bay<\/h2>\n<h3>1 hour, 42 minutes\/124 kilometres<\/h3>\n<p>In a town like Yamba, the day surely starts in the ocean for a dip or, if talents permit, a surf. When in Rome, so they say. Next, hit up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Beachwood-Cafe-228304197208467\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beachwood Caf\u00e9<\/a>, a much-loved eatery dishing up finger-licking Turkish flavours.<\/p>\n\n<p>Before you head out of town, swing by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.islandcollective.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Island Collective<\/a>\u00a0for a peek at their beach-inspired homewares and a coffee for the road.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199791\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199791\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199791 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective.jpg\" alt=\"Island Collective\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/7Island-Collective-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199791\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Swing by The Island Collective<\/p><\/div>\n<p>For an epicurean treat, drop in on Newrybar for lunch at <a href=\"https:\/\/harvestnewrybar.com.au\/\">Harvest<\/a>, the multi-ward-winning restaurant with creativity and sustainability at its heart. Bookings are recommended.<\/p>\n\n<p>Just 10 more minutes on the road, and with a driver\u2019s tan to boot, Byron Bay is your final playground. After settling in, jump straight into the beachside vibe with dinner and drinks at <a href=\"https:\/\/loftbyronbay.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Loft<\/a> on the main strip. Kick on at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beachhotel.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the iconic Beach Hotel<\/a>. Just follow the noise across the road.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199792\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199792\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199792 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay.jpg\" alt=\"Dinner and drinks at The Loft Byron Bay\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/8Loft-Byron-Bay-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199792\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dinner and drinks at The Loft Byron Bay<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>Must see<\/h3>\n<p>The view from Cape Byron Lighthouse, Australia\u2019s most easterly point.<\/p>\n<h3>Where to stay<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/elementsofbyron.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elements of Byron<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Beautifully sprawling beachfront property surrounded by nature.<\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/atlanticbyronbay.com.au\/\">The Atlantic<\/a> \u2013 Ultra-trendy boutique hotel that puts Byron bay at your fingertips.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_199795\" style=\"width: 610px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-199795\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-199795 img-responsive\" src=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic.jpg\" alt=\"9check into The Atlantic\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic.jpg 600w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic-249x187.jpg 249w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic-507x380.jpg 507w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic-240x180.jpg 240w, https:\/\/s1.at.atcdn.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/9check-into-The-Atlantic-315x236.jpg 315w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-199795\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Check into The Atlantic<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Driving from Sydney to Byron Bay is one of the most iconic drives in Australia. 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