Cradle Mountain to Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36 miles 57.9 km · straight line
46.8 miles estimated 75.3 km · driving distance
56min estimated drive time
AUD 9 - AUD 11 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
214° SW bearing direction

How far is Cradle Mountain from Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia?

The distance from Cradle Mountain to Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia is 36 miles (57.9 km) as the crow flies. Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia is located SW of Cradle Mountain. By car, the driving distance is approximately 46.8 miles, taking about 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. 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 Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 56min AUD 9 - AUD 11 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Cradle Mountain
41.65°S, 145.95°E
Australia/Hobart
1545m elevation
Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia
42.08°S, 145.56°E
Australia/Hobart
140m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 692.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients