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EV Road Trip: Willow Tree → Bourke

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Day 1: Journey North & West

Morning: Depart from Willow Tree and head north on the New England Highway, stopping at the Mudgee EV Fast Charger for a quick top‑up while enjoying a short stroll through the historic Mudgee Main Street.

Afternoon: Continue to Dubbo where you’ll charge at the Dubbo Central EV Station. After the charge, visit the renowned Western Plains Zoo for a brief wildlife viewing before resuming the drive.

Evening: Arrive in Nyngan for an overnight stay. Use the Nyngan EV Fast Charger to complete the day’s charging, then relax with dinner at a local café and enjoy the sunset over the Darling River.

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Day 2: Arrival & Exploration of Bourke

Morning: After a full charge at the Nyngan EV Charger, depart for Bourke. Arrive by late morning and start with a visit to the iconic Bourke Historic Precinct, including the famous Back O’Bourke Exhibition.

Afternoon: Explore the Lord Howe Bridge and the Albert Street Wharf, then take a short drive to the Back O’Bourke Museum to learn about the town’s outback heritage.

Evening: Dine at a local restaurant featuring bush tucker cuisine, then unwind at the Burke Riverfront where you can watch the stars emerge over the outback sky.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Willow Tree Departure – 30 min drive (no cost)
  • Mudgee EV Fast Charger – 20 min charge, $8
  • Dubbo EV Central Charger – 30 min charge, $10
  • Western Plains Zoo – 2 hr visit, $35 entry
  • Nyngan EV Fast Charger – 30 min charge, $9
  • Accommodation in Nyngan – 1 night, $120
  • Bourke Historic Precinct – 2 hr visit, $0
  • Back O’Bourke Museum – 1.5 hr visit, $12
  • Dinner in Bourke – 1 hr, $25
  • Overall Fuel (Electricity) – Approx. 120 kWh, $24
  • Total Estimated Cost: $263

Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a day to explore the nearby Mutawintji National Park for stunning gorge walks, or extend your stay in Bourke to enjoy a sunrise hot‑air balloon ride. To shorten the trip, skip the Dubbo zoo stop and head straight from Mudgee to Nyngan, reducing travel time by about 2 hours.

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