How to Travel from
Alice Springs to Emerald
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Emerald
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 232 km)
22 h 28 min
2232 km.
from $122
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Moranbah Airport)
17 h 33 min
1453 km.
from $462.78
Train via Sydney
3 d 7 h 30 min
1454 km.
from $954.63
Bus
3 d 9 h 10 min
1452 km.
from $708.26
Bus, Plane (Fly to Rockhampton)
12 h 43 min
1453 km.
from $720.71
Bus, Train
3 d 22 h 18 min
1453 km.
from $2190.63
Train
4 d 1 h 58 min
1452 km.
from $4719.20
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 Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$178.08
Bus from Rockhampton to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96
Bus from Rockhampton Grammar to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$35.62–$69.96
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
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.32–$108.12
Bus from Brisbane to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.51–$82.68
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Moranbah
Ave. Duration:
17h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$267.12–$1,208.39
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Emerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$521.52–$1,526.39
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$407.04–$1,208.39
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
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 Emerald
Ave. Duration:
15h 26m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$34.34–$2,431.66
Journey Beyond - Great Southern
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
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)
Email:
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 most affordable travel method from Alice Springs to Emerald?
The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Emerald is to drive which costs $319.23 - $472.46 and takes 22h 27m.
What is the most efficient method of transportation for traveling from Alice Springs to Emerald?
The most efficient method of transportation is to fly, which takes 6 hours and 16 minutes and costs between $561.85 and $1,660.01.
Is there a direct bus route between Alice Springs and Emerald?
No, there is no direct bus route between Alice Springs and Emerald. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Emerald via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, Brisbane and Rockhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 9h.
Is it possible to travel directly from Alice Springs to Emerald by train?
No, it is not possible to travel directly from Alice Springs to Emerald by train. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Emerald via Adelaide, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 7h.
Does Alice Springs have a direct flight to Emerald?
There are no direct flights between Alice Springs and Emerald. The fastest has 1 change and takes 5 hours and 55 minutes and costs $523.54 - $1,532.31.
How far is it from Alice Springs to Emerald?
The distance between Alice Springs and Emerald is 1695 km. The road distance is 2231.7 km.
How long does it take to travel from Alice Springs to Emerald, including transfers?
It takes approximately 17 hours and 33 minutes to get from Alice Springs to Emerald, including transfers.
Where can I find the bus departure point for Alice Springs to Emerald?
Bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Alice Springs station.
Where do I catch the train from Alice Springs to Emerald?
Alice Springs to Emerald train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.
What is the best way to travel from Alice Springs to Emerald?
The best way to get from Alice Springs to Emerald is to train via Sydney which takes 3 days 7h and costs $523.54 - $3,830.79.
Where does the Greyhound Australia Alice Springs to Emerald bus arrive?
Where does the Alice Springs to Emerald bus arrive?
Alice Springs and Emerald are two different locations. What is the time difference between these two cities?
Emerald is 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 03:39 in Alice Springs and 04:09 in Emerald.
Where does the Journey Beyond - The Ghan train arrive at?
Journey Beyond - The Ghan operates Alice Springs to Emerald train services. These services arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.
Can I drive from Alice Springs to Emerald?
The driving distance between Alice Springs and Emerald is 2232 kilometers. It takes approximately 22 hours and 27 minutes to drive from Alice Springs to Emerald.
What are your options for hotels in Emerald?
There are 23+ hotels available in Emerald. Prices start at $72.45 per night.
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