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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alice Springs to Gladstone

Composite routes from Alice Springs to Gladstone

Cheapest
27 h 4 min
Car
2601 km.
from $143
Other
2 d 22 h 28 min
1765 km.
from $711.20
2 d 22 h 34 min
1766 km.
from $894.85
20 h 36 min
Bus, Plane
1765 km.
from $559.52
10 h 28 min
Bus, Plane
1765 km.
from $701.14
11 h 1 min
Bus, Plane
1765 km.
from $471.80
3 d 13 h 22 min
Bus, Train
1765 km.
from $2130.85
3 d 17 h 2 min
1764 km.
from $4217.02

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:
$10.87–$29.35

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:
$36.96–$50.00

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:
$130.43–$315.22
Bus from Albury station to Central
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.17–$119.57
Bus from Central Station to Brisbane
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Bus from Brisbane to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$130.43
Bus from Rockhampton to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$26.09

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:
$8.15–$40.22

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
5h 57m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$923.91
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Hervey
Ave. Duration:
19h 12m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$1,032.61
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Rockhampton
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$347.83–$1,032.61
Plane from Alice Springs Airport to Bundaberg
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$206.52–$978.26

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:
$41.30–$152.17

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:
$65.22–$195.65

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Roma Street to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$1,197.51
Train from Howard to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
2h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$539.86
Train from Bundaberg to Gladstone
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$404.34

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:
$1,364.36–$3,357.93

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:
$303.03–$611.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone is to drive which costs $315.22 - $478.26 and takes 27h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $228.26 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Gladstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Gladstone. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Gladstone via 85 Franklin St, Albury station, Central Station, King George Square, 1d and Brisbane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs and Gladstone?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs to Gladstone. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Gladstone via Adelaide, Southern Cross, Central Station and Roma Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

The distance between Alice Springs and Gladstone is 1787 km. The road distance is 2601.2 km.

How do I travel from Alice Springs to Gladstone without a car?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 22h and costs $304.35 - $815.22 .

How long does it take to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Gladstone bus from?

Alice Springs to Gladstone bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Alice Springs station.

Where do I catch the Alice Springs to Gladstone train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Gladstone is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $228.26 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $304.35 - $815.22 and takes 2 days 22h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $434.78 - $2282.61 and takes 2 days 22h.

Where does the Alice Springs to Gladstone bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Gladstone?

Gladstone is 30 min ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 16:31 in Alice Springs and 17:01 in Gladstone.

Where does the Alice Springs to Gladstone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Gladstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Gladstone is 2601 km. It takes approximately 27h 4m to drive from Alice Springs to Gladstone.

Where can I stay near Gladstone?

There are 46+ hotels available in Gladstone. Prices start at $32.34 per night.
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