Armidale to Hobart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

888.2 miles 1429.5 km · straight line
1260 miles actual route 2027.8 km · driving distance
28h 56min estimated drive time
AUD 237 - AUD 292 estimated fuel cost
~2h 17min flight time
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Armidale from Hobart?

The distance from Armidale to Hobart is 888.2 miles (1429.5 km) as the crow flies. Hobart is located SSW of Armidale. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1260 miles, taking about 28h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 17min. Both are located in Australia — Armidale in New South Wales and Hobart 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Armidale and Hobart. 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 Armidale to Hobart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 56min AUD 237 - AUD 292 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~34h 43min $101–$189* Budget
Train ~37h 37min $151–$441* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Armidale & Hobart

Quick Facts

Armidale
30.50°S, 151.67°E
Australia/Sydney
1053m elevation
Hobart
42.88°S, 147.33°E
Australia/Hobart
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 296 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 74 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM