Cost to Drive from Hobart to Launceston
202 km via the Midland Hwy · about 2 h 35 min driving · range spans 6–11 L/100 km at Hobart's weekly average price
Fuel: Hobart U91 avg, week ending 12 July 2026 · distance computed once from open routingThe Midland Highway is the main route linking Hobart and Launceston through the centre of Tasmania. It's the state's key intercity road and a straightforward drive on good highway, passing through historic towns along the way. The trip is comfortably done in a single sitting, with fuel and rest stops available in the towns en route.
Hobart → Launceston fuel cost
Default price: Hobart average U91, week ending 12 July 2026. Fuel only — tolls, wear and rest stops not included.
The breakdown at typical consumption
| Car | L/100 km | Fuel used | One way | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economical small car / hybrid | 6.0 | 12.1 L | $21.02 | $42.03 |
| Typical car | 8.0 | 16.2 L | $28.02 | $56.04 |
| Large SUV / ute | 11.0 | 22.2 L | $38.53 | $77.06 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to drive from Hobart to Launceston?
- Between $21 and $39 in fuel one way at this week's Hobart average price (173.4 c/L), depending on your car's consumption (6–11 L/100 km). A typical 8 L/100 km car uses about $28.02.
- How far is Hobart to Launceston by road?
- 202 km via the Midland Hwy, around 2 h 35 min of driving without long stops.
Related trips
- Australian Institute of Petroleum — weekly prices reportverified
- OSRM open routing (road distance, computed at build)cross-checked
Fuel cost only — tolls, food and accommodation not included. Distance is the practical sealed-road driving route; drive time excludes long breaks. Prices along remote corridors run above city averages.