About this tour
A licensed shuttle service connecting Launceston airport to Cradle Mountain National Park over two hours. Your driver knows Tasmania intimately and points out landmarks en route, including Sheffield, the gateway town to the park. The service caters especially to Overland Track walkers arriving by air, and return trips back to Launceston can be arranged. Perfect for bypassing the drive yourself and arriving refreshed at your accommodation.
Highlights
- Officially licensed by National Parks Tasmania
- Knowledgeable local drivers share regional insights
- Direct route via Sheffield, closest town to park
- Popular with Overland Track starting walkers
- Return transfers to Launceston available on request
- Two-hour journey, all fitness levels welcome
What to expect
You'll be collected from Launceston and driven through rural Tasmania towards Cradle Mountain, with your driver happy to discuss the landscape, towns, and wildlife you pass. The route takes you through Sheffield, a small working town perched on the edge of the national park. Expect a straightforward, scenic drive with opportunities to ask questions about the region. The driver won't rush; you'll arrive at Cradle Mountain having learned something about where you are.
Good to know
Book your accommodation at Cradle Mountain early—rooms fill quickly during peak seasons. The national park entry fee is separate. If you need to return to Launceston later, ask about return transfers when booking. Suit yourself: all fitness levels manage this comfortably.
Frequently asked
- How long does Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain take?
- Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain runs for approximately 2 hours.
- How much does Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain cost?
- Prices start from AUD $180 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Transfer from Launceston to Cradle Mountain?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. TAS Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original TAS Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.