The north-east is most easily approached from Launceston, which has an international airport with flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. From the city, the two main routes fan out: east to St Helens along the Tasman Highway (about two hours), or north up the Tamar Valley to Georgetown (about 45 minutes to an hour).
By road from Launceston is how almost everyone arrives. The Tasman Highway (A3) east through Scottsdale and down to St Helens is well sealed and scenic. Ben Lomond National Park is about 50 kilometres east of the city on the B83; the road up to the alpine plateau (Jacob's Ladder) is open in summer but may require chains in winter. There is no public transport to the park.
The Tamar Valley route north along the B73 and A7 is slower and more interesting than the highway. It passes through the wine country and several small towns before reaching Georgetown and the coast at Low Head. The Tasman Highway continues west from Georgetown into the north-west of the state.
Flinders Island is reached by air from Launceston. Sharp Airlines operates regular flights; the trip takes around 45 minutes. There is no passenger ferry service. Car hire is available on the island, and roads are mostly sealed. If you are bringing your own vehicle, charter aircraft can accommodate small cars, though the cost is significant.