{"id":4879,"date":"2021-10-06T06:33:16","date_gmt":"2021-10-05T20:33:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/australiaobsessed.com\/?p=4879"},"modified":"2024-01-19T12:52:10","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T02:52:10","slug":"hobart-to-cradle-mountain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/australiaobsessed.com\/hobart-to-cradle-mountain\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get From Hobart to Cradle Mountain: What\u2019s the Best Route to Take?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cradle Mountain lies 4 hours northwest of Hobart and is one of the most iconic destinations in Tasmania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the drive is pretty far, it\u2019s a stunning route with varying landscapes and diverse vegetation – if you choose the right one (because there are a few options!)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve come across this post, chances are you need to get from Hobart to Cradle Mountain and you\u2019re looking for the best, most scenic route to take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve covered all of that below, including the best places to stop along the way!<\/p>\n\n\n

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How to get from Hobart to Cradle Mountain What\u2019s the best route<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The Best Route From Hobart to Cradle Mountain<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Drive from Hobart to Cradle Mountain<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

Two routes lead from Hobart to Cradle Mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. National Highway:<\/strong> 330 km – most popular route<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. A5 Route: <\/strong>304 km – most scenic route<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The first is via the National Highway which is roughly 330 km. This is the primary route that appears on Google Maps and is the most popular choice, with a few charming towns along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Alternatively, you can take the more scenic A5 route (otherwise known as the Highlands Route). This passes through the Central Highlands. It\u2019s 304 km and offers glorious scenery and picturesque views throughout the trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Both options take approximately 4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    While the National Highway is a more popular choice, the A5 route is off the beaten track, less busy and is my recommendation if you\u2019re looking for the best drive to Cradle Mountain from Hobart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Below, I\u2019ve covered the exact route I took and all the stops along the way. You can also do this drive in reverse if you’re going from Cradle Mountain to Hobart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Pack your cameras and road trip snacks – we\u2019re taking the A5 Central Highlands scenic drive! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hobart to Great Lake: 2 hour drive<\/h3>\n\n\n
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    A5 drive from Hobart to Cradle Mountain, Tasmania<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n