Asphalt Driveway Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost to lay an asphalt (hot mix) driveway. Enter the area and the base condition, asphalt is one of the cheaper driveway finishes per square metre, but the base prep underneath is what makes or breaks the price.
Your asphalt driveway details
A single driveway is roughly 30-40m², a double 50-70m².
Below the typical range for this service.
Resurfacing over a sound existing base is far cheaper, but only works if the old surface is stable. If it is cracking or moving, a reseal just hides the problem.
Asphalt is usually cheaper to lay than concrete up front, but it needs resealing every few years and has a shorter life. Factor the whole-of-life cost, not just the install price.
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💰 Ways to save
- Get the base assessed honestly, paying for proper prep once is cheaper than relaying a failed driveway.
- Combine the job with a neighbour's, contractors often discount when the truck and crew are already on the street.
- Ask about reclaimed / recycled asphalt profile (RAP) for a lower-cost finish on secondary driveways.
How we estimate this
An asphalt driveway in Australia typically costs around $40 to $70 per square metre supplied and laid in 2026 over a sound base, so a single driveway often lands around $2,500 to $4,500 and a double $4,500 to $8,000. New base, excavation and drainage push it higher.
Pricing reviewed: November 2026.
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Pricing reviewed November 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.
Understanding asphalt driveway costs in Australia
An asphalt driveway in Australia typically costs around $40 to $70 per square metre supplied and laid in 2026 over a sound base, so a single driveway often lands around $2,500 to $4,500 and a double $4,500 to $8,000. New base, excavation and drainage push it higher.
The asphalt itself is a minor part of the price. What you are really paying for is the preparation underneath, excavation, a compacted crushed-rock base and drainage. A cheap quote that skips proper base prep almost always costs more later in cracking and repairs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an asphalt driveway cost in Australia?
Roughly $40 to $70 per square metre supplied and laid over a sound base in 2026, so about $2,500 to $4,500 for a single driveway and $4,500 to $8,000 for a double. New base and excavation add more.
Is asphalt cheaper than concrete for a driveway?
Usually cheaper to install, yes, but asphalt has a shorter life and needs resealing every few years, so over 15 to 20 years the costs can even out. Concrete lasts longer with less maintenance.
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