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Perth to Central Australia

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36 h 28 min
3610 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Perth to Central Australia

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By car (3 610 km)
36 h 28 min
3610 km.
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Train (Train)
2 d 22 h 45 min
1990 km.
from $4285.87
Bus (Bus)
3 d 1 h
1989 km.
from $883.04
Train (Train)
2 d 22 h 45 min
1990 km.
from $4285.87
Bus (Bus)
3 d 1 h
1989 km.
from $883.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Roebuck Plains to Katherine
Ave. Duration:
20h
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$151.65–$379.13
Bus from Katherine to Alice
Ave. Duration:
15h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$120.06–$290.67

Integrity Coach Lines

Phone:
+61 (0) 8 9274 7464
Email:
Website:
integritycoachlines.com.au/
Bus from Perth Wellington Street to Roebuck
Ave. Duration:
35h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$240.12–$353.85

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Email:
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Perth to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
43h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,390.14–$5,686.95

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:
$352.33–$710.58

Airlines

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Perth Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$353.85–$1,011.01

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Perth to Central Australia?

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Central Australia is to fly which costs $282.61 - $597.83 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth to Central Australia?

The fastest way to get from Perth to Central Australia is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $282.61 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Central Australia?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Central Australia. However, there are services departing from Perth Wellington Street and arriving at Alice Springs via Roebuck Plains and Katherine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Central Australia?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Central Australia. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Perth to Central Australia?

The distance between Perth and Central Australia is 2005 km. The road distance is 3607 km.

How do I travel from Perth to Central Australia without a car?

The best way to get from Perth to Central Australia without a car is to train which takes 2 days 22h and costs $1521.74 - $5978.26 .

How long does it take to get from Perth to Central Australia?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Perth to Central Australia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Central Australia bus from?

Perth to Central Australia bus services, operated by Integrity Coach Lines, depart from Perth Wellington Street station.

Where do I catch the Perth to Central Australia train from?

Perth to Central Australia train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train, bus or fly from Perth to Central Australia?

The best way to get from Perth to Central Australia is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $282.61 - $597.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1521.74 - $5978.26 and takes 2 days 22h, you could also bus, which costs $445.65 - $923.91 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Perth to Central Australia bus arrive?

Perth to Central Australia bus services, operated by Integrity Coach Lines, arrive at Roebuck Plains station.

Where does the Perth to Central Australia train arrive?

Perth to Central Australia train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Perth to Central Australia?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Central Australia is 3607 km. It takes approximately 36h 25m to drive from Perth to Central Australia.

Where can I stay near Central Australia?

There are 24+ hotels available in Central Australia. Prices start at $17.43 per night.
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