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Alice Springs to Airlie Beach

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Central Station to Roma
Ave. Duration:
14h 6m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
19h 55m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$95.40–$228.96
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$120.84–$292.56
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury
Ave. Duration:
14h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.54–$47.06

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.04–$127.20
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26
Bus from Chermside Gympie Road to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
19h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.40–$139.92

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
17h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$305.28–$1,017.59
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
20h 50m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$368.88–$1,144.79
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$407.04–$1,208.39

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
24h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$953.99
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Great
Ave. Duration:
21h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$318.00–$953.99
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$826.79

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Southern Cross to Central
Ave. Duration:
11h 18m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.34–$178.08

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/journeys/overland/
Train from Adelaide to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.32–$228.96

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
15h 21m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$40.70–$2,895.25

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Adelaide to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
2d 8h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,596.61–$3,929.55

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
23h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$354.62–$715.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach is to drive, which costs $332.00 - $485.23 and takes 24h 4m.

What is the most efficient way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

The most efficient way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach is by flying and bus, which takes 12 hours and 1 minute and costs $306.46 - $957.70.

Can you take a direct bus from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Airlie Beach via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 6h.

Does Alice Springs offer direct flights to Airlie Beach?

There are no direct flights between Alice Springs and Airlie Beach. The fastest has 1 change and takes 17 hours and 30 minutes and costs $319.23 - $957.70.

How many kilometers is it from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

1608 km

How can I travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach without a car is to take a bus, which takes 3 days 6 hours and costs $383.08 - $1,085.39.

How long does it take to travel between Alice Springs and Airlie Beach, taking into account transfers?

It takes approximately 19 hours and 25 minutes to travel between Alice Springs and Airlie Beach, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Alice Springs to Airlie Beach bus?

Greyhound Australia operates bus services between Alice Springs and Airlie Beach, departing from Alice Springs station.

What is the most efficient way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

The most efficient way to travel from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach is to fly which takes 19h 25m and costs $370.31 - $1,085.39. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $383.08 - $1,085.39 and takes 3 days 6h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $536.31 - $4,213.87 and takes 3 days 9h.

Alice Springs to Airlie Beach bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

Where does the Alice Springs to Airlie Beach bus arrive?

How much time is it ahead in Airlie Beach compared to Alice Springs?

Airlie Beach is 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 12:10 in Alice Springs and 12:40 in Airlie Beach.

Can you drive from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach?

The driving distance between Alice Springs and Airlie Beach is 2289 kilometers. It takes approximately 24 hours and 4 minutes to drive from Alice Springs to Airlie Beach.
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