How to travel from Melbourne to Hobart, Australia
The distance between Melbourne and Hobart is around 658km (409 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 10m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Melbourne to Hobart by plane, bus, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Hobart → Melbourne if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA).
- Duration2h 10m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical costA$160($105)
Virgin Australia
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Cornwall Square Transit Centre No.182 Cimitiere St and then to Hobart Transit Centre.
- Duration13h 45m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$210($140)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Devonport then drive to Hobart.
- Duration12h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$175($120)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Melbourne and Hobart
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Melbourne to Hobart by plane, bus, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$160 ($105) and will take around 2h 10m.
The distance between Melbourne and Hobart is around 658km (409 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 598km (372 miles)
It takes around 2h 10m to get from Melbourne and Hobart by plane.
The quickest way to get from Melbourne to Hobart is to fly which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx A$160 ($105).
The cheapest way to travel between Melbourne and Hobart is to fly which will typically cost around A$160 ($105) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Melbourne and Hobart. We recommend that you fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Melbourne and Hobart. We recommend that you fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). instead which will take 2h 10m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Melbourne and Hobart. Flights depart from Melbourne (MEL) and arrive at Hobart (HBA). The flight takes around 1h 15m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Melbourne and Hobart with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 15m.
Virgin Australia, Qantas and Jetstar fly between Melbourne and Hobart. Flights depart from Melbourne (MEL) and and arrive into Hobart (HBA). These flights usually take around 1h 15m.
The flight from Melbourne to Hobart typically takes around 1h 15m. Flights depart from Melbourne (MEL) and and arrive into Hobart (HBA).
The closest major airport to Hobart is Hobart Airport (HBA) (HBA) which is approximately 15km (9 miles) from Hobart. Launceston Airport (LST) (LST) and Devonport Airport (DPO) (DPO) 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 Melbourne to Hobart. We recommend that you fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). instead which will take 2h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Melbourne to Hobart is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around A$160 ($105).
Compare travel optionsbetween Melbourne and Hobart
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 10m | A$160($105) | every 20 mins | 658km (409 miles) |
| Fly to Hobart (HBA) | 3h 20m | A$410($275) | every 15 mins | 733km (455 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 3h 55m | A$235($160) | 4 times a day | 691km (429 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 13h 45m | A$210($140) | twice daily | 742km (461 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 12h 40m | A$175($120) | twice daily | 714km (443 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Melbourne and Hobart
Airlines
Virgin Australia
Qantas
Sharp Aviation
Bus companies
Redline
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Airports near Hobart
The following major airports near Hobart offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Hobart Airport (HBA)
- Distance
- 15km (9 miles) from Hobart
Launceston Airport (LST)
- Distance
- 149km (93 miles) from Hobart
Devonport Airport (DPO)
- Distance
- 204km (127 miles) from Hobart