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Five ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Sydney

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Cheapest
By car (2 772 km)
28 h 24 min
2772 km.
from $152
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Bus
43 h 35 min
2025 km.
from $410.45
Train via Melbourne
47 h 58 min
2026 km.
from $779.63
Train
2 d 4 h 45 min
2026 km.
from $3380.35

Transport providers

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$356.16–$1,017.59

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$279.84–$1,144.79

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 - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
28h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,081.19–$4,324.76

Journey Beyond - The Overland

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
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

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

Bus operators

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

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

Questions and Answers

How can I get from Alice Springs to Sydney cheaply?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Sydney is to bus which costs $204.31 - $561.85 and takes 43h 35m.

How can I get to Sydney from Alice Springs the fastest?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Sydney is to fly which takes 3 hours and 21 minutes and costs $293.69 - $766.16.

Is there a bus route directly from Alice Springs to Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus route from Alice Springs to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Central Station via 85 Franklin St and Albury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 35m.

Can you find a direct train route from Alice Springs to Sydney?

No, there is no direct train route from Alice Springs to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Central Station via Adelaide and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 hours and 58 minutes.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Sydney?

The distance between Alice Springs and Sydney is 2042 km. The road distance is 2774.5 km.

How can I travel from Alice Springs to Sydney without a car, keeping in mind the travel duration and cost?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Sydney without a car is to bus, which takes 43 hours and 35 minutes and costs $204.31 - $561.85.

How long does it take to travel from Alice Springs to Sydney, including any transfers?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Alice Springs to Sydney, including transfers.

Where can I catch the Alice Springs to Sydney bus?

Greyhound Australia operates Alice Springs to Sydney bus services. These services depart from Alice Springs station.

Where can I catch the Alice Springs to Sydney train from?

Alice Springs to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.

What is the most efficient method to travel from Alice Springs to Sydney?

The most efficient way to get from Alice Springs to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $293.69 - $766.16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $204.31 - $561.85 and takes 43h 35m, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $472.46 - $1,149.24 and takes 47h 58m.

Where does the Greyhound Australia bus that runs between Alice Springs and Sydney stop?

Greyhound Australia bus services, operating between Alice Springs and Sydney, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Sydney?

Sydney is 1 hour and 30 minutes ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 17:54 in Alice Springs and 19:24 in Sydney.

Where does the Journey Beyond - The Ghan train arrive?

Alice Springs to Sydney train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can you drive from Alice Springs to Sydney?

The driving distance between Alice Springs to Sydney is 2774 km. It takes approximately 28 hours and 27 minutes to drive from Alice Springs to Sydney.

Where can I find hotels near Sydney?

There are 3559+ hotels available in Sydney. Prices start at $89.28 per night.
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