Hobart Airport (HBA) sits at Cambridge, about 17 km north-east of the city — roughly a 25-minute drive. It's a single, easy terminal and the gateway to Tasmania: MONA, the Port Arthur convict site, Richmond's heritage village and the wild southern coast. Here's everything, from the people who drive it every day.
Getting to & from the airport — the local way
Hobart is relaxed and close, but there's no train, so here's the honest rundown:
Private transfer & shuttle
Door-to-door, no stairs with your bags, and a driver watching your flight so a delay doesn't cost you the ride. Best for exploring beyond the city — MONA, Richmond, the Huon or Port Arthur — landing late, travelling as a group, or with luggage. Our fixed fares start from $65 and never surge.
Airport shuttle bus
A scheduled airporter shuttle runs between the terminal and Hobart's city hotels. Good value for solo travellers — less flexible with luggage or a tight itinerary.
Taxi & rideshare
A rank and rideshare pickup sit at the terminal. Fine for a trip into the city, but meters and surge pricing add up on the longer runs — with no flight tracking.
Tasmania's attractions are spread out and public transport is limited, so a pre-booked car is the easy way to reach MONA, Richmond or the Tasman Peninsula straight off the plane.
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The terminal
Hobart runs a single terminal at Cambridge, handling domestic flights (with occasional seasonal international services). It's compact and straightforward — one arrivals hall, bags out quickly, and you're on the road. There's no inter-terminal transfer to think about.
Because it's so close to the road, you can be in the car within minutes of collecting your bags.
Hobart can be cool and changeable even in summer, and crisp in winter — keep a layer handy for the walk to the car and the drive south, where the weather can turn quickly.
Transfer times & fixed fares from HBA
Approximate driving times and our fixed one-way fares to the places travellers ask for most. No meter, no surge — the price you're quoted is the price you pay.
| Destination | Approx. drive | Distance | From (1–4 pax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sorell | ~10 min | ~8 km | $45 |
| Richmond | ~20 min | ~15 km | $65 |
| Hobart CBD & Salamanca | ~25 min | ~17 km | $65 |
| Sandy Bay / Battery Point | ~25 min | ~19 km | $69 |
| MONA (Berriedale) | ~35 min | ~28 km | $89 |
| Kingston | ~30 min | ~28 km | $79 |
| Port Arthur | ~90 min | ~95 km | $199 |
Indicative fares for illustration — live prices are confirmed in your instant quote. Larger vehicles for groups of 5–57, and full-day touring, are available on request.
Parking at Hobart Airport
Parking sits right by the terminal, for every trip length. As a rough guide:
- Short-term / premium — closest to the terminal, best for quick pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Long-term / value — cheaper daily rates a short walk or shuttle from the terminal.
- Pre-book online — almost always cheaper booked ahead than driving up.
If you're touring Tasmania and won't need the car in the city, a return transfer often beats parking, and you skip the drive back after a long day exploring.
Airport lounges
A calm spot before boarding, whether you've got status, a pass, or want to pay in.
Qantas Club
For eligible Qantas passengers and members.
Virgin Australia Lounge
Virgin's lounge for members and eligible fares.
Cafés & local produce
Cafés and outlets showcasing Tasmanian food and coffee.
Shopping
Tasmanian gifts, whisky and travel essentials before you fly.
Hotels near the airport
Handy for an early departure or a late arrival.
Cambridge & Sorell
Motels and stays a few minutes from the terminal, handy for an early flight.
Hobart CBD & waterfront
City and waterfront hotels around Salamanca and Sullivans Cove.
MONA (Berriedale)
The famous museum's on-site accommodation, a scenic transfer north.
Anywhere in the south
We transfer across southern Tasmania — fixed fare, door to door.
Insider tips from our drivers
The stuff you only learn from doing the run every day.
Hobart is the launch pad for MONA, Port Arthur, Richmond and the Tasman Peninsula. A transfer straight from the plane saves messing about with limited public transport.
Tassie weather turns quickly, even in summer — have a jacket handy for the drive south, where it's cooler and often wetter than town.
Through Cooee Tours we can turn your transfer into a full day — Richmond, the Tasman Peninsula or the Huon Valley — with a local driver-guide.
A pre-arranged kerbside meet-and-greet beats the pick-up loop. Your driver tracks the flight and is there when you clear the doors, even if you land early or late.
