How to travel from Hobart to Caloundra, Australia
The distance between Hobart and Caloundra is around 1,909km (1,186 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 55m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Hobart to Caloundra by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Caloundra → Hobart if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Hobart (HBA) to Maroochydore (MCY).
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time3h 25m
- Typical costA$305($205)
Qantas
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Devonport then take a ferry to Port Melbourne then drive to Caloundra.
- Duration1 day 8h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$665($450)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hobart and Caloundra
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Hobart to Caloundra by plane, train, bus, car and ferry. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$305 ($205) and will take around 5hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$375 ($250).
The distance between Hobart and Caloundra is around 1,909km (1,186 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,864km (1,158 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Hobart and Caloundra by plane.
The quickest way to get from Hobart to Caloundra is to fly and then take the train which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx A$375 ($250).
The cheapest way to travel between Hobart and Caloundra is to fly which will typically cost around A$305 ($205) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Hobart and Caloundra. We recommend that you fly from Hobart (HBA) to Brisbane (BNE) then take the train to Landsborough station platform 1. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Hobart and Caloundra. We recommend that you fly from Hobart (HBA) to Brisbane (BNE) then take the train to Landsborough station platform 1. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Hobart and Caloundra. Flights depart from Hobart (HBA) and arrive at Maroochydore (MCY) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 3h 25m.
There is no direct flight from Hobart to Caloundra. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 5hrs (not including layover time).
The flight from Hobart to Caloundra typically takes around 3h 25m. Flights depart from Hobart (HBA) and and arrive into Maroochydore (MCY).
The closest major airport to Caloundra is Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) (MCY) which is approximately 22km (14 miles) from Caloundra. Brisbane Airport (BNE) (BNE) and Gold Coast Airport (OOL) (OOL) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Hobart to Caloundra. We recommend that you fly from Hobart (HBA) to Maroochydore (MCY). instead which will take 5hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hobart to Caloundra is to fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around A$305 ($205).
Compare travel optionsbetween Hobart and Caloundra
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 4 similar | 5hrs | A$305($205) | every 2 hours | 1,925km (1,196 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 55m | A$375($250) | hourly | 1,909km (1,186 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 7hrs | A$395($265) | 4 times a day | 2,148km (1,335 miles) |
| Plane, Bus and Train | 6h 5m | A$325($220) | every 20 mins | 1,937km (1,204 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 6h 50m | A$405($270) | 4 times a day | 1,951km (1,213 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 8h | A$665($450) | twice daily | 2,465km (1,532 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Hobart and Caloundra
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
Redline
Byron Easy Bus
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Airports near Caloundra
The following major airports near Caloundra offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)
- Distance
- 22km (14 miles) from Caloundra
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
- Distance
- 67km (42 miles) from Caloundra
Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
- Distance
- 157km (97 miles) from Caloundra