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How to Travel from

Newcastle to Alice Springs

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Newcastle Interchange to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.85
Train from Broadmeadow Station to Tamworth
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.19–$12.64
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Blende
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$31.59
Bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.75

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.65–$366.49

Sid Foggs Coaches

Phone:
+61 2 4928 1088
Website:
sidfoggs.com.au/
Bus from Newcastle to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.70–$51.81

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$379.13–$1,137.39
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.85–$1,011.01
Plane from Tamworth to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$303.30–$947.83

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Newcastle Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$252.75–$758.26
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$278.03–$1,137.39
Plane from Tamworth to Alice
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$202.20–$606.61

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$758.26–$2,780.29

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$352.33–$710.58

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $163.04 - $413.04 and takes 45h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Alice Springs is to train and fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $250 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Alice Springs via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Blende St After Bromide St and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Alice Springs via Sydney Central Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

How far is it from Newcastle to Alice Springs?

The distance between Newcastle and Alice Springs is 2054 km. The road distance is 2771.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 45h 5m and costs $163.04 - $413.04 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Newcastle to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Newcastle to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Sid Foggs Coaches, depart from Newcastle station.

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

Newcastle to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Newcastle to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 7h 40m and costs $239.13 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $163.04 - $413.04 and takes 45h 5m, you could also train, which costs $923.91 - $3152.17 and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the Newcastle to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Newcastle to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Sid Foggs Coaches, arrive at Dubbo station.

What is the time difference between Newcastle and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Newcastle. It is currently 23:35 in Newcastle and 22:05 in Alice Springs.

Where does the Newcastle to Alice Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newcastle to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Alice Springs is 2772 km. It takes approximately 28h 54m to drive from Newcastle 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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