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Buses and Access
During the peak walking season (1 November - 30 April), the Overland Track is walked from north to south, starting at Cradle Mountain and finishing at Lake St Clair. Outside the peak walking period, the track can be walked in either direction.
By Bus
Bus transport to both centres is available all year round from Hobart, Launceston or Devonport, with more frequent services in the December-April time period. Contact Tassie Link (03) 6271 7333 or 1300 30 0520. Their web site is at www.tassielink.com.au. Bookings are essential on all services and private charters can be arranged.
Check with the operators listed below for scheduled bus services and charter arrangements.
By Car
Private cars can be parked at both Cradle Mountain and Lake St Clair. Unless you have arranged for a car shuffle, you will need to use public transport. Many walkers find it most convienient to leave their car at Lake St Clair and catch a bus to Cradle. TassieLink offers a service to Lake St Clair and Cradle Mountain service during the peak season. See their web site for details, at www.tassielink.com.au
Cradle Shuttle
McDermotts Coaches runs a free shuttle bus service from the Cradle Mountain Information Centre at the former airstrip. It can drop off and pick up at the Cradle Mountain Visitor Centre, at the campground and at any of the walking tracks including Ronny Creek, the starting point of the Overland Track. During the busiest season the shuttle service runs every 10-20 minutes, seven days a week. See our Cradle Mountain Access pages for further details and a timetable.
Lake St Clair Ferry
A ferry service operates from Narcissus Bay to Cynthia Bay along Lake St Clair. After six days of walking many people choose the ferry as an enjoyable way to finish their journey. Booking are essential. Ring (03) 6289 1137 for more details. A radio, located in Narcissus Hut, is connected to the operator to enable ferry bookings.
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