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Port Arthur Shuttle Express

The Port Arthur Shuttle departs Hobart at 09:30am & Returns at 5:30pm. Travel time from Hobart is 1.5 hours. You will have 4 hours to explore the Historic Port Arthur.  

The Port Arthur Historic Site covers more than 40 hectares (100 acres) of open land. While you will explore a number of intact buildings during your visit, many of our historic ruins are without roofs, and most of your visit will be spent outdoors.

The site’s coastal location means we can experience sudden weather changes, so make sure you’re prepared for sun, rain, wind, cold and warmth!

What makes it Great:

• The only Direct Port Arthur Return Shuttle from Hobart
• 4 hours at Port Arthur
• Schedules align with guided tours and boat cruise
• Small & personalised tour (maximum 24 participants)

Inclusions:

• 8 pickup locations around the city
• Hotel pickup (please inform your pickup point when booking)
• Return transportation
• Local & professional Guide
• 4 hours at Port Arthur
• Stop at Pirates Bay for photos
• Stop at Port Arthur Lavender Farm & Federation Chocolate (time & weather dependent)

Extra:

Port Arthur Site entry fee.

• Adult - $47.00 | Concession - $38.00| Child - $22.00 | Family - $115.00 (2 Adults and up to 6 children)

Your day at a glance:

• 09:30 am - Depart Hobart
• 10:40 am - Pirates Bay Lookout
• 11:05 am - Tas. Chocolate Foundry
• 11:30 am - Lavender Farm
• 12:00 pm - Port Arthur Historic Site
• 03:00 pm - Remarkable Cave (optional)
• 04:00 pm - Depart Port Arthur
• 05:30 pm - Arrive Hobart

Departure times & locations

Departs Hobart 09:30am and arrives back to Hobart by 5:30pm.

Pickup/departure instructions:

• 8:55 am: Quest Trinity House, 149 Brooker Highway, Queens Domain TAS. Wait on Brooker Hwy.
• 9:05 am: Prince of Wales Hotel, 55 Hampden Road, Battery Point TAS. Wait on Hampden Road.
• 9:10 am: Hobart Travelodge, 167 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS. Wait on Harrington St.
• 9:15 am: Best Western Hobart, 156 Bathurst Street, Hobart TAS. Wait on Harrington St.
• 9:20 am: St David’s Cathedral, 23 Murray Street, Hobart TAS. Wait on Murray St, opposite Hadley’s Hotel.
• 9:25 am: Hobart Information Centre, 16-20 Davey St, Hobart. Wait on the corner of Davey and Elizabeth.
• 9:30 am: Old Woolstore, 1 Macquarie Street, Hobart. Wait outside on Macquarie St.
• 9:45 am: Travelodge Hobart Airport, 1 Holyman Avenue, Cambridge. Wait outside the main entrance.

Things To Bring

• Pack your thongs, hat, sunnies, sunscreen, a bottle of water and some snacks.
• It's a good idea to bring a jacket and don't forget your camera as there are plenty of photo opportunities!

Traveling with children:

• Infants must sit on laps. No Child seats and capsules available.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Additional Info

• Not wheelchair accessible.
• You must inform us if you require room for a pram.
• Please indicate if you are carrying excess baggage.
• The departures and duration of transfers are exact.
• Bus departing times are strict (to and from Port Arthur)
• No refunds if you miss the bus. Please understand that the bus cannot wait around and that you will have to make other arrangements if you miss the return bus.
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed

Booking Info

If you require hotel transfers please have your hotel name ready when booking so we can send you a pick-up time with your confirmation.

Instant Booking & Mobile Friendly Tickets

• Check availability & book here to secure you spot on Port Arthur Shuttle Express. Pre-booking is essential. Please do not turn up on the day without a booking. No tickets are sold at any of the stops.
• Present this message on your mobile device to check in.

Departs Hobart 10:30 and arrives back to Hobart by 5:30.