Tour ID: 10063813

We have listened! A Port Arthur Shuttle Service for those who just want to go to Port Arthur direct. An early morning and late morning departure, you choose. 

  • Direct Port Arthur Return Shuttle
  • 2 departures a day (early & late morning)
  • 4 hours at Port Arthur

Thinking of visiting the world-renowned, multi-award winning Port Arthur Historic Site but don’t want to pay the big dollars for a day tour? Would you prefer to experience the site at your own pace without being in group? Well, you have come to the right place! This is Tasmania's only dedicated shuttle bus service to Port Arthur. Travel in comfort in our air-conditioned vehicles driven by one of our friendly local drivers. Once you reach the historic site, you will have four hours to explore and soak up the incredible history and scenery. The shuttle times allocated run in conjunction with guided walking tours and allow enough time to do the harbour boat cruise to the Isle of the Dead if you choose.


Tour Details

Depart Hobart 10:30am.

Arrive Port Arthur 12:00pm.

Depart Port Arthur 4:00pm

Arrive Hobart 5:30pm

7 hours round trip - 4 hours on site

Site entry at own cost.

Site tours to book. Walking tour 12:30pm - Harbour Cruise 1:40pm

(Included in site entry) Bookings not essential.

3 capes, local business and accommodation transfers available

One way travel $35.00pp

More Info

Tour Details

  • Included in price:

    Transportation

  • Available for purchase/hire:

    Port Arthur Historical Site

  • Duration:

    7 hours round trip.

  • Departure:

    10:30 AM Daily

  • Return:

    5.30pm

  • Departure points:

    Hobart

  • Pickup/departure instructions:

    9:55 - Quest Trinity House
    149 Brooker Highway, Queens Domain TAS
    Additional instructions - Wait on Brooker Hwy


    10:05 - Prince of Whales Hotel
    55 Hampden Road, Battery Point TAS
    Additional instructions - Wait on Hampden road

    10:10 – Travelodge
    173-177 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS
    Additional instructions - Wait on Harrington St

    10:15 - Best Western Hobart
    156 Bathurst Street, Hobart TAS
    Additional instructions – Wait on Harrington St,

    10:20 - St David’s Cathedral
    23 Murray Street, Hobart TAS
    Additional instructions – Wait on Murry Opposite Hadley’s Hotel

    10:25 - Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre
    16-20 Davey St, Hobart
    Additional instructions – Wait on the corner of Davey and Elizabeth


    10:30 - Old Wool Store
    1 Macquarie Street, Hobart TAS
    Additional instructions – Wait outside on Macquarie St.

    10:45 - Travelodge Hobart Airport
    1 Holyman Avenue, Cambridge TAS
    Additional instructions – Wait outside main entrance

  • What to bring:

    Check weather conditions to ensure you pack appropriately.

  • Fitness level required:

    Low

  • Child policies:

    No Child seats and capsules available.

  • Additional Information:

    IMPORTANT:
    IF YOU ARE LATE YOU RUN THE RISK OF MISSING THE BUS. BUS CANNOT WAIT AROUND. ALLOW PLENTY OF TIME TO GET TO PICK UP LOCATION. THE SAME GOES FOR YOUR RETURN TRIP BACK FROM PORT ARTHUR. IF YOU MISS THE RETURN BUS THERE ARE LIMITED WAYS TO GET BACK TO HOBART.
    Entrance fee's are not included in the price.
    There is 4 hours allocated at the historical site.

  • Destinations:

    Hobart and Port Arthur

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