How to travel from Launceston to Geelong, Australia
The distance between Launceston and Geelong is around 606km (377 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Launceston to Geelong by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Geelong → Launceston if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Launceston (LST) to Avalon (AVV).
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time3h 10m
- Typical costA$330($225)
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Bus, Ferry and Train
Take the bus to Devonport Interchange then take a ferry to Port Melbourne then take the train to Geelong Station.
- Duration12h 30m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$185($125)
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Devonport then take a ferry to Port Melbourne then drive to Geelong.
- Duration11h 35m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$160($110)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Launceston and Geelong
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Launceston to Geelong by plane, train, car, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around A$160 ($110) and will take around 11h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the train and arrive in approximately 3h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$280 ($190).
The distance between Launceston and Geelong is around 606km (377 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 436km (271 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Launceston and Geelong by plane.
The quickest way to get from Launceston to Geelong is to fly and then take the train which takes around 3h 20m and will set you back approx A$280 ($190).
The cheapest way to travel between Launceston and Geelong is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around A$160 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Launceston and Geelong. We recommend that you fly from Launceston (LST) to Melbourne Essendon Apt (MEB) then take the train to Geelong Station. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Launceston and Geelong. We recommend that you fly from Launceston (LST) to Melbourne Essendon Apt (MEB) then take the train to Geelong Station. instead which will take 3h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Launceston and Geelong. Flights depart from Launceston (LST) and arrive at Avalon (AVV) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 3h 10m.
There is no direct flight from Launceston to Geelong. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 3h 40m (not including layover time).
The flight from Launceston to Geelong typically takes around 3h 10m. Flights depart from Launceston (LST) and and arrive into Avalon (AVV).
The closest major airport to Geelong is Avalon Airport (AVV) (AVV) which is approximately 17km (10 miles) from Geelong. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) (MEL) and King Island Airport (KNS) (KNS) 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 Launceston to Geelong. We recommend that you fly from Launceston (LST) to Avalon (AVV). instead which will take 3h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Launceston to Geelong is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around A$330 ($225).
Compare travel optionsbetween Launceston and Geelong
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 40m | A$330($225) | on demand | 1,705km (1,059 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 3h 20m | A$280($190) | every 30 mins | 690km (428 miles) |
Bus, Ferry and Train | 12h 30m | A$185($125) | twice daily | 620km (385 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 11h 35m | A$160($110) | twice daily | 606km (377 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Launceston and Geelong
Airlines
Virgin Australia
Qantas
Sharp Aviation
Train operators
V-Line
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Bus companies
Redline
Airports near Geelong
The following major airports near Geelong offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
- Distance
- 17km (10 miles) from Geelong
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
- Distance
- 68km (42 miles) from Geelong
King Island Airport (KNS)
- Distance
- 197km (122 miles) from Geelong