Burnie to Launceston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

69.2 miles 111.4 km · straight line
84.2 miles actual route 135.5 km · driving distance
1h 47min estimated drive time
AUD 16 - AUD 20 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
113° ESE bearing direction

How far is Burnie from Launceston?

The distance from Burnie to Launceston is 69.2 miles (111.4 km) as the crow flies. Launceston is located ESE of Burnie. By car, the driving distance is approximately 84.2 miles, taking about 1h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Burnie 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 Burnie to Launceston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 47min AUD 16 - AUD 20 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 8min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 42min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Burnie & Launceston

Quick Facts

Burnie
41.06°S, 145.90°E
Australia/Hobart
29m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 359.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM