How to Travel from
Canberra to Alice Springs
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from Canberra to Alice Springs
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Cheapest
By car (2 560 km)
26 h 18 min
2560 km.
from $140
Other
Bus
40 h 5 min
1953 km.
from $353.87
Bus, Train
47 h 11 min
1953 km.
from $772.07
Bus, Plane
7 h 44 min
1953 km.
from $383.27
Train via Melbourne
2 d 1 h 39 min
1954 km.
from $760.52
Train
2 d 10 h 28 min
1953 km.
from $2478.62
Transport providers
Bus operators
Transport for NSW
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98
Train from Canberra Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96
Greyhound Australia
Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$130.43–$315.22
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$59.78
V-Line Buses
Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$18.48
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$40.22
Murrays Coaches
Bus from Canberra to Sydney
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.70–$47.83
Airlines
Qantas
Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Monday and Tuesday
Estimated price:
$293.48–$923.91
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$304.35–$869.57
Virgin Australia
Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$228.26–$652.17
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$239.13–$978.26
Train operators
NSW TrainLink XPT
Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$103.26
Train from Goulburn Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$141.30
V/Line
Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Albury to Southern
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.33–$7.07
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$652.17–$2,391.30
Journey Beyond - The Overland
Train from Southern Cross to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$65.22–$195.65
Journey Beyond - The Ghan
Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$303.03–$611.16
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs?
The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $141.30 - $434.78 and takes 40h 5m.
What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs?
The fastest way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .
Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Alice Springs?
No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Alice Springs via Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 5m.
Is there a direct train between Canberra and Alice Springs?
No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Goulburn Station, Southern Cross and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.
How far is it from Canberra to Alice Springs?
The distance between Canberra and Alice Springs is 1975 km. The road distance is 2563.3 km.
How do I travel from Canberra to Alice Springs without a car?
The best way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 40h 5m and costs $141.30 - $434.78 .
How long does it take to get from Canberra to Alice Springs?
It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Canberra to Alice Springs, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Canberra to Alice Springs bus from?
Canberra to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Canberra station.
Where do I catch the Canberra to Alice Springs train from?
Canberra to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.
Train, bus or fly from Canberra to Alice Springs?
The best way to get from Canberra to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 6h 56m and costs $206.52 - $652.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $434.78 and takes 40h 5m, you could also train via Melbourne, which costs $391.30 - $1032.61 and takes 2 days 1h.
Where does the Canberra to Alice Springs bus arrive?
Canberra to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Albury station.
What is the time difference between Canberra and Alice Springs?
Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Canberra. It is currently 22:12 in Canberra and 20:42 in Alice Springs.
Where does the Canberra to Alice Springs train arrive?
Canberra to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Goulburn Station.
Can I drive from Canberra to Alice Springs?
Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Alice Springs is 2563 km. It takes approximately 26h 20m to drive from Canberra to Alice Springs.
Where can I stay near Alice Springs?
There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs. Prices start at $17.43 per night.
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