Cost to Drive from Bunbury to Perth
173 km via the Forrest Hwy · about 2 h 10 min driving · range spans 6–11 L/100 km at Bunbury's weekly average price
Fuel: Perth U91 avg, week ending 30 August 2026 · distance computed once from open routingThe Forrest Highway carries traffic south from Perth towards Bunbury on a fast, modern route down the coast. It's a high-standard road for most of the drive and a popular corridor for both commuters and holidaymakers heading to the South West. The trip is comfortable in a single sitting, with fuel and services available along the way.
Bunbury → Perth fuel cost
Default price: Perth average U91, week ending 30 August 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 | 10.4 L | $21.11 | $42.23 |
| Typical car | 8.0 | 13.8 L | $28.15 | $56.30 |
| Large SUV / ute | 11.0 | 19.0 L | $38.71 | $77.41 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to drive from Bunbury to Perth?
- Between $21 and $39 in fuel one way at this week's Perth average price (203.4 c/L), depending on your car's consumption (6–11 L/100 km). A typical 8 L/100 km car uses about $28.15.
- How far is Bunbury to Perth by road?
- 173 km via the Forrest Hwy, around 2 h 10 min of driving without long stops.
Related trips
- Australian Institute of Petroleum — weekly petrol prices report, week ending 30 August 2026verified
- 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. Updated each week from AIP's Monday report; this is the week ending 30 August 2026.