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Ten ways to Travel from Brisbane to Alice Springs

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Cheapest
By car (3 084 km)
32 h 5 min
3084 km.
from $169
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Plane to Alice Springs
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Other
Bus (Bus)
2 d 13 h 55 min
1960 km.
from $606.61
Train via Sydney (Train via Sydney)
2 d 20 h 30 min
1962 km.
from $1924.70
Train, Bus (Train)
3 d 18 h 42 min
1962 km.
from $3331.37
Train (Train)
4 d 1 h 1 min
1962 km.
from $3667
Bus (Bus)
2 d 13 h 55 min
1960 km.
from $573.83
Train via Sydney (Train via Sydney)
2 d 20 h 30 min
1962 km.
from $1815.09
Train, Bus (Train)
3 d 18 h 42 min
1962 km.
from $3192.33
Train (Train)
4 d 1 h 1 min
1962 km.
from $3506.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.72–$34.34

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$101.76–$241.68
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.06–$139.92
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$152.64–$368.88

V-Line Buses

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

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$330.72–$826.79

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$305.28–$953.99

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$763.19–$2,798.37

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
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 Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$354.62–$715.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Alice Springs is to fly which costs $271.74 - $706.52 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $271.74 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Alice Springs via Central Station, Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Sydney Central Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Brisbane to Alice Springs?

The distance between Brisbane and Alice Springs is 1994 km. The road distance is 2993.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 13h and costs $260.87 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Brisbane to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

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

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

Brisbane to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $271.74 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260.87 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 13h, you could also train via Sydney, which costs $923.91 - $3152.17 and takes 2 days 20h.

Where does the Brisbane to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Brisbane to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 30 min behind Brisbane. It is currently 00:42 in Brisbane and 00:12 in Alice Springs.

Where does the Brisbane to Alice Springs train arrive?

Brisbane to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Alice Springs is 2993 km. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Brisbane 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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