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Alice Springs to Adelaide trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Alice Springs and Adelaide takes 35h 50m and the fastest train takes 35h 35m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Alice Springs to Adelaide. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

35h 50m
Duration
1,557 km
Distance
$3,089
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Alice Springs to Adelaide train times

Trains run twice a week between Alice Springs and Adelaide. The earliest departure is at 9:45 PM at night, and the last departure from Alice Springs is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Adelaide at 10:50 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 35h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Journey Beyond - The GhanJourney Beyond - The Ghan35h 35m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    Journey Beyond - The GhanJourney Beyond - The Ghan36h 5m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Alice Springs to Adelaide? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Alice Springs to Adelaide.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,556.7 km
  • Duration: 35h 50m

What companies run services between Alice Springs, NT, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

You can take a train from Alice Springs to Adelaide Station via Manguri in around 25h 55m.

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