Getting there
Launceston is a riverside city in Northern Tasmania, just over two hours from Hobart. You can fly or catch the ferry to Launceston.
Fly to Launceston
As Tasmania is Australia’s island state, the easiest way to arrive is by plane.
Launceston Airport is just 15km from the city and is serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia and QantasLink, with frequent direct flights from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.
Travelling from Perth, Adelaide or the Northern Territory, you can connect easily to Launceston via Melbourne or Sydney on the major airlines, with multiple daily services making the journey straightforward.
Catch the ferry
If you’d prefer to travel with your own vehicle or enjoy a slower, scenic journey, the Spirit of Tasmania offers ferry journeys.
Sailing between Geelong, Victoria and Devonport, Tasmania, with nightly departures year-round.
Bringing your car, camper or bike means you can explore Tasmania at your own pace as soon as you arrive.
Drive from Hobart
If you’re looking to explore more of Tasmania before arriving in Launceston, fly into the state’s capital, Hobart.
Hobart Airport is serviced by major airlines with frequent direct flights from cities across Australia. Once you land, you can hire a car from one of the many on-site rental providers and enjoy the scenic drive north.
The journey from Hobart to Launceston takes around 2.5 hours, taking you through rolling countryside, historic towns and some of Tasmania’s most picturesque landscapes.
