Adelaide to Launceston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

645.2 miles 1038.4 km · straight line
770.3 miles actual route 1239.7 km · driving distance
19h 19min estimated drive time
AUD 145 - AUD 179 estimated fuel cost
~1h 48min flight time
137° SE bearing direction

How far is Adelaide from Launceston?

The distance from Adelaide to Launceston is 645.2 miles (1038.4 km) as the crow flies. Launceston is located SE of Adelaide. By car, the driving distance is approximately 770.3 miles, taking about 19h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 48min. Both are located in Australia — Adelaide in South Australia and Launceston in Tasmania.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Adelaide and Launceston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Adelaide to Launceston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 19min AUD 145 - AUD 179 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 11min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~25h 7min $92–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Adelaide & Launceston

Quick Facts

Adelaide
34.93°S, 138.60°E
Australia/Adelaide
50m elevation
Launceston
41.44°S, 147.13°E
Australia/Hobart
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 215 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM