Canberra to Hobart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

534 miles 859.4 km · straight line
896.2 miles actual route 1442.3 km · driving distance
21h 1min estimated drive time
AUD 169 - AUD 208 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
190° S bearing direction

How far is Canberra from Hobart?

The distance from Canberra to Hobart is 534 miles (859.4 km) as the crow flies. Hobart is located S of Canberra. By car, the driving distance is approximately 896.2 miles, taking about 21h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in Australia — Canberra in Australian Capital Territory 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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. 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 Canberra 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 Canberra to Hobart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 1min AUD 169 - AUD 208 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 13min $72–$134* Budget
Train ~27h 19min $108–$314* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canberra & Hobart

Quick Facts

Canberra
35.28°S, 149.13°E
Australia/Sydney
578m 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 178 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM