There’s something iconic about an Aussie road trip — the open road, dusty boots, an esky in the back, and a cold beer waiting at a pub that’s been pouring since the 1800s. If you’re itching for your next great escape, we’ve mapped out five epic pub road trips that bring together outback stories, coastal breezes, and some of the friendliest publicans in the country.
🛻 1. The Great Outback Pub Crawl (QLD)
Route: Longreach → Winton → Boulia → Birdsville
Distance: ~1,000 km
Time: 6–8 days
Highlights: Red dirt landscapes, dinosaur digs, and true-blue outback yarns.
Must-visit pub:
👉 The Birdsville Hotel – a true Aussie icon. Plan your trip during the Birdsville Races and you’ll never forget it.
🏔 2. The Alpine Beer Run (VIC)
Route: Bright → Beechworth → Mt Beauty
Distance: ~300 km
Time: 3–4 days
Highlights: Craft beer havens, snow-capped peaks, and incredible bushwalks.
Must-visit pub:
👉 Bridge Road Brewers, Beechworth – locally brewed magic in a historic gold town setting.
🌊 3. The West Coast Cheers Trail (WA)
Route: Perth → Kalbarri → Exmouth
Distance: ~2,500 km
Time: 12–16 days
Highlights: Coral reefs, rugged coastlines, and laid-back seaside pubs.
Must-visit pub:
👉 Finlay’s Kalbarri – seafood, open-air vibes, and a beer garden that locals love.
🌿 4. The Tassie Tinnie Trail (TAS)
Route: Hobart → Launceston → East Coast
Distance: ~300 km
Time: 3–5 days
Highlights: Coastal drives, cold-climate wines, and pubs with real soul.
Must-visit pub:
👉 Richmond Arms Hotel – grab a pint and explore one of Australia’s oldest colonial towns.
🏕 5. The Outback Camp & Pub Club (NSW/QLD)
Route: Lightning Ridge → Hebel → Nindigully → Dirranbandi
Distance: ~900 km
Time: 6–8 days
Highlights: Hot artesian baths, opal fossicking, and quirky bush pubs.
Must-visit pub:
👉 Club in the Scrub – a community-run gem in the middle of nowhere (literally).
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