how much to take car to tasmania

Taking a car to Tasmania is mostly a ferry-and-chill affair: drive aboard the Spirit of Tasmania (Geelong ⇄ Devonport), then stare at Bass Strait like a stoic hero.

Budget roughly AUD $250–$600 one-way for a standard car plus driver with a recliner seat; cabins add about $100–$300 per crossing, and peak school-holiday sailings can nudge the total higher.

Longer vehicles, roof pods, trailers or high vans cost extra, and gas bottles need to be declared—so measure your rig and book early if you like paying less.

If you’d rather not sail, vehicle transport companies can move your car via the same route from about $1,000–$2,500 one-way depending on pickup location and timing.

Pick mid-week, off-peak dates to save a few bucks, and consider bringing your own snacks unless you fancy paying top dollar for chips at 2 a.m.