How to travel from Port Douglas to Launceston, Australia
The distance between Port Douglas and Launceston is around 2,874km (1,786 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 6h 25m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Port Douglas to Launceston by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Launceston → Port Douglas if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Launceston (LST).
- Duration6h 25m
- Flight time4h 40m
- Typical costA$625($420)
Qantas
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Cairns then take the train to Brisbane Roma Street then Central Station and then to Southern Cross then take a ferry to Devonport then take the bus to Charles St Outside Hospital.
- Duration2 days 14h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costA$675($455)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Car and Ferry
Drive to Port Melbourne then take a ferry to Devonport then drive to Launceston.
- Duration1 day 21h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costA$535($360)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Port Douglas and Launceston
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Port Douglas to Launceston by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to drive and then take a ferry which costs around A$535 ($360) and will take around 1 day 21h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$625 ($420).
The distance between Port Douglas and Launceston is around 2,874km (1,786 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,779km (1,727 miles)
It takes around 6h 25m to get from Port Douglas and Launceston by plane.
The quickest way to get from Port Douglas to Launceston is to fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx A$625 ($420).
The cheapest way to travel between Port Douglas and Launceston is to drive and then take a ferry which will typically cost around A$535 ($360) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Port Douglas and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Cairns (CNS) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Port Douglas and Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Cairns (CNS) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Port Douglas and Launceston. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and arrive at Launceston (LST) - via Melbourne (MEL). The flight takes around 4h 40m.
There is no direct flight from Port Douglas to Launceston. There is however a flight that goes via Melbourne (MEL). This services will take at least 6h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Port Douglas to Launceston typically takes around 4h 40m. Flights depart from Cairns (CNS) and and arrive into Launceston (LST).
The closest major airport to Launceston is Launceston Airport (LST) (LST) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Launceston. Devonport Airport (DPO) (DPO) and Hobart Airport (HBA) (HBA) 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 Port Douglas to Launceston. We recommend that you fly from Cairns (CNS) to Launceston (LST). instead which will take 6h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Port Douglas to Launceston is to fly which takes, on average, 6h 25m and will usually cost around A$625 ($420).
Compare travel optionsbetween Port Douglas and Launceston
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 6h 25m | A$625($420) | every 20 mins | 2,874km (1,786 miles) |
| Plane and Bus | 7h 50m | A$680($455) | every 20 mins | 2,907km (1,806 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry + 1 similar | 2 days 14h | A$675($455) | 3 times a week | 4,190km (2,603 miles) |
| Bus to Cairns, train and ferry | 2 days 18h | A$675($455) | 3 times a week | 4,509km (2,802 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 21h | A$535($360) | twice daily | 3,418km (2,124 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Port Douglas and Launceston
Bus companies
Redline
Trans North Bus & Coach
Premier Motor Service
Ferry operators
Spirit of Tasmania
Airlines
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Train operators
Queensland Rail Travel
NSW TrainLink
XPT
Airports near Launceston
The following major airports near Launceston offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Launceston Airport (LST)
- Distance
- 13km (8 miles) from Launceston
Devonport Airport (DPO)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Launceston
Hobart Airport (HBA)
- Distance
- 159km (99 miles) from Launceston