Frankston to Hobart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

347.2 miles 558.7 km · straight line
527.1 miles actual route 848.3 km · driving distance
14h 6min estimated drive time
AUD 99 - AUD 122 estimated fuel cost
~1h 12min flight time
161° SSE bearing direction

How far is Frankston from Hobart?

The distance from Frankston to Hobart is 347.2 miles (558.7 km) as the crow flies. Hobart is located SSE of Frankston. By car, the driving distance is approximately 527.1 miles, taking about 14h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in Australia — Frankston in Victoria and Hobart in Tasmania.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Frankston 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 Frankston to Hobart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 6min AUD 99 - AUD 122 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 12min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 55min $42–$79* Budget
Train ~13h 24min $63–$184* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Frankston & Hobart

Quick Facts

Frankston
38.14°S, 145.12°E
Australia/Melbourne
15m 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 116 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 29 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 71.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM