Gold Coast to Hobart: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1081.7 miles 1740.8 km · straight line
1532.4 miles actual route 2466.1 km · driving distance
33h 9min estimated drive time
AUD 289 - AUD 355 estimated fuel cost
~2h 41min flight time
197° SSW bearing direction

How far is Gold Coast from Hobart?

The distance from Gold Coast to Hobart is 1081.7 miles (1740.8 km) as the crow flies. Hobart is located SSW of Gold Coast. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1532.4 miles, taking about 33h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 41min. Both are located in Australia — Gold Coast in Queensland 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. 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. 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 Gold Coast 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 Gold Coast to Hobart

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33h 9min AUD 289 - AUD 355 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~39h 47min $123–$230* Budget
Train ~43h 6min $184–$536* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gold Coast & Hobart

Quick Facts

Gold Coast
28.02°S, 153.40°E
Australia/Brisbane
0m 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 361 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 90 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 23 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM