Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service
Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service
Duration: Flexible (up to 10 hours)
Flexible (up to 10 hours)
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Experience smooth travel with the Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service, starting your day at 7:45 AM from the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Center and arriving in Port Arthur by 9:30 AM. As you journey through scenic Hobart countryside on an air-conditioned bus, prepare for a full exploration of historical sites like the Convict Church and Prison Colony site with seven hours to discover what this storied area has to offer. Remember that tours and cruises require advance booking, ensuring your visit is well-planned and rewarding.
Experience smooth travel with the Hobart to Port Arthur Bus Service, starting your day at 7:45 AM from the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Center and arriving in Port Arthur by 9:30 AM. As you journey through scenic Hobart countryside on an air-conditioned bus, prepare for a full exploration of historical sites like the Convict Church and Prison Colony site with seven hours to discover what this storied area has to offer. Remember that tours and cruises require advance booking, ensuring your visit is well-planned and rewarding.
Discover Port Arthur's long history as a former convict settlement in Tasmania.
During your transfer lasting 1.5 hours from Hobart to Port Arthur via bus service, enjoy picturesque countryside views.
Travel comfortably on the Round-trip journey with an air-conditioned premium bus for enhanced comfort.
At Port Arthur, investigate numerous structures preserved and constructed by convicts during their time there.
Learn about living conditions at Port Arthur through fascinating stories about its convict past.
Round-trip transfers from your hotel to the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Center
Hotel drop-off service at The Convict Church in Hobart
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Port Arthur historic site with visitors exploring ruins, Hobart to Port Arthur bus service.
Your Experience
The journey begins at the Pennicott Wilderness Journeys Center, departing at 7:45 AM for a scenic drive through Hobart's countryside to Port Arthur. This approximately 1.5-hour trip is made comfortable with air-conditioned buses.
Upon arriving in Port Arthur around 9:30 AM, you'll have about 7 hours of exploration time among its historic attractions. Book tours and cruises beforehand for the best experience. Highlights include The Convict Church—an unfinished structure built by prisoners—and the Isle of the Dead with roughly 1000 graves located off the coast.
For lunch or snacks, Port Arthur offers a variety of cafes and restaurants. Your return journey to Hobart begins at 4:30 PM, concluding with your drop-off at your hotel around 6:00 PM.
Port Arthur Historic Site at sunset, viewed from the water, Tasmania.
Ferry approaching Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasmania, surrounded by trees and water.
Port Arthur historic site with visitors exploring ruins, Hobart to Port Arthur bus service.
Port Arthur Historic Site at sunset, viewed from the water, Tasmania.
Ferry approaching Port Arthur Historic Site, Tasmania, surrounded by trees and water.
Port Arthur historic church ruins with stone arches and spires, Tasmania.
Schedule Details
- Tours run every day from Monday to Sunday starting at 7:30 AM.
- The tour lasts for a total of 10 hours.
Note that this experience is not available on December 25th.
COVID Safety Protocols
- All high-contact surfaces are disinfected regularly.
- We require contactless payment methods and online reservations.
- A temperature check may be conducted prior to entry for guests.
- Masks must be worn by all participants throughout the tour.
- Visitor numbers have been reduced to prevent overcrowding.
- Please maintain a distance of at least 2 meters from other visitors where possible.
Hand sanitizers are provided and should be used frequently. Please request if needed.
Packing Tips & Accessibility
- Wear comfortable, layered attire to accommodate changing weather conditions.
- A raincoat is recommended over an umbrella due to strong winds.
- Comfortable walking shoes are essential as there will be significant walking involved.
- Sun protection such as sunscreen and a hat should be worn during sunny afternoons.
The tour site accommodates both wheelchairs and strollers for accessibility.
Port Arthur historic church ruins with stone arches and spires, Tasmania.
Book your tour at least a day in advance if visiting during peak seasons to ensure availability and avoid disappointment.
Avoid traveling on December 25th as this service is not available that day; plan accordingly for alternate dates.
To save time, consider booking tours or cruises within Port Arthur ahead of your visit since they require prior reservations.
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