The great Aussie Road trip is a classic. But with the cost of living steeply escalating, thrifty travellers are swapping far-flung vacations for the wide-open road. Here’s where they’re headed.
When it comes to road trips, Australia is truly blessed. There are seemingly endless roads that wind through breathtaking landscapes, from the expansive coast to the iconic red outback. And in an era of rising living costs, budget-savvy travellers can embrace campsites, caravan parks, and apps like Hipcamp to explore the country without breaking the bank.
The mesmerising peaks of Kata Tjuta. (Image: Tourism NT/Sean Scott)
Youi surveyed over 2,000 Aussies to uncover our road trip habits and our favourite destinations. We’ve broken down the top travel trends, destinations and findings below.
Top Road Trip Travel Trends
There’s a lot of ground to cover on an Aussie road trip. Half of us racked up over 500 kms on the odometer on our last journey, while a quarter of us logged an incredible 17 hours or more behind the wheel.
Go roadtrippin’ on the iconic Gibb River Road. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)
For a third of respondents, budget was a factor in choosing a road trip. On average, their most recent trip cost $1,108, covering fuel, accommodation, meals, and entertainment.
Baby Boomers proved to be the most intrepid road trippers, traveling longer, driving further, and veering off the beaten path more often. While 20% of all respondents travelled over 1000 kms, that figure jumped to 32% for Boomers.
Top Destinations
Queenslanders were the biggest travellers among us all, with 33% driving more than 17 hours on their latest road trip.
However, the fan-fav
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