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Transport providers

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Parkes Station to Broken
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$9.47–$25.26
Train from Parkes Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$7.58–$17.68
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Dubbo
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$6.95
Bus from Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1 to Blende
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$31.58
Bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.74
Bus from Blende St After Bromide St to Royal
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$22.74
Bus from Parkes Station, Coach Stop to Cootamundra
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$10.10
Bus from Cootamundra Station, Coach Bay 1 to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$0.14–$11.37

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:
$151.57–$366.30

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:
$9.47–$46.73

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Orange Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$378.93–$1,136.79
Plane from Dubbo City Regional Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$416.82–$1,263.10
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$353.67–$1,010.48
Plane from Parkes to Alice
Ave. Duration:
22h 55m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$821.01

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$277.88–$1,136.79

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:
$757.86–$2,778.82

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:
$352.14–$710.20

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Parkes to Alice Springs is to bus and night bus which costs $130.43 - $380.43 and takes 43h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkes to Alice Springs is to drive and fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $358.70 - $1032.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Parkes and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkes station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station, Coach Stop and arriving at Alice Springs via Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1, Blende St After Bromide St and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Parkes and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Parkes station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Parkes Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Sydney Central Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Parkes to Alice Springs?

The distance between Parkes and Alice Springs is 1953 km. The road distance is 2456.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkes to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 40h 44m and costs $130.43 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Parkes to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Parkes to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station, Coach Stop.

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

Parkes to Alice Springs train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Parkes Station.

Train, bus or fly from Parkes to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Parkes to Alice Springs is to bus which takes 40h 44m and costs $130.43 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $260.87 - $760.87 and takes 22h, you could also train, which costs $923.91 - $3152.17 and takes 2 days 13h.

Where does the Parkes to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Parkes to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Dubbo Station, Coach Bay 1.

What is the time difference between Parkes and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Parkes. It is currently 07:00 in Parkes and 05:30 in Alice Springs.

Where does the Parkes to Alice Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parkes to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkes to Alice Springs is 2457 km. It takes approximately 24h 57m to drive from Parkes 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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