Newcastle to Hobart by bus
Hobart lies 1,173 km (729 mi) south of Newcastle, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 21 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 1,431 km (889 mi) of road.
| Newcastle | Hobart | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 508,437 | 254,930 |
| Elevation | 48 m (157 ft) | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Hobart) |
| Postal codes | 2300 | 7000–7001 |
Where to book buses from Newcastle to Hobart
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Staying in Hobart
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Common questions
How far is Hobart from Newcastle?
1,173 km (729 mi) in a straight line, south of Newcastle; by road roughly 1,431 km (889 mi).
How long does it take to get from Newcastle to Hobart by bus?
About 21 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Newcastle and Hobart?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.