Cradle Mountain to Launceston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

63 miles 101.4 km · straight line
92.7 miles actual route 149.2 km · driving distance
2h 6min estimated drive time
AUD 17 - AUD 21 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Cradle Mountain from Launceston?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Launceston is 63 miles (101.4 km) as the crow flies. Launceston is located ENE of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 92.7 miles, taking about 2h 6min. 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 Cradle Mountain 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 Cradle Mountain to Launceston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 6min AUD 17 - AUD 21 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 31min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~2h 0min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cradle Mountain & Launceston

Quick Facts

Cradle Mountain
41.65°S, 145.95°E
Australia/Hobart
1545m 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 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 395.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM