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

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Canberra is to bus which costs $220 - $700 and takes 39h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $500 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Canberra?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Canberra. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Canberra via Adelaide and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs and Canberra?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs to Canberra station. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Canberra Station via Manguri, Adelaide Parklands and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 0h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Canberra?

The distance between Alice Springs and Canberra is 1977 km. The road distance is 2535 km.

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

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Canberra without a car is to bus via Melbourne which takes 39h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Alice Springs to Canberra, including transfers.

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

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

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

Alice Springs to Canberra train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Alice Springs station.

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Canberra?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Canberra is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $500 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus via Melbourne, which costs and takes 39h 15m, you could also train, which costs $3,400 - $9,500 and takes 3 days 0h.

Where does the Alice Springs to Canberra bus arrive?

Alice Springs to Canberra bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Canberra?

Canberra is 1h 30m ahead of Alice Springs. It is currently 3:58 PM in Alice Springs and 5:28 PM in Canberra.

Where does the Alice Springs to Canberra train arrive?

Alice Springs to Canberra train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Manguri station.

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Canberra is 2535 km. It takes approximately 26h 23m to drive from Alice Springs to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 872+ hotels available in Canberra.

Alice Springs to Canberra - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Alice Springs to Canberra by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Canberra International Airport
best
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)ASP - CBR
5h 31m
$541–1,151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
2. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Albury Station/Hume Hwy
3. Take the bus from Albury to Canberra
39h 45m
$227–682
Bus via Melbourne
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberra
39h 15m
Train
1. Take the train from Alice Springs to Manguri
2. Take the train from Manguri to Adelaide Station
3. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Sydney Central Station
4. Take the train from Central Station to Canberra Station631 / ...
3d
$3,456–9,092
Drive 2,535 km
1. Drive from Alice Springs to Canberra2,535 km
26h 23m
$481–694
Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)ASP - SYD
2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberra
6h 41m
$464–1,126
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Albury Station
4. Take the bus from Albury to Canberra
41h 17m
$367–1,014

Alice Springs to Canberra by train

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Distance: 1,976.6 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Alice Springs, NT, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alice Springs to Canberra via Adelaide, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 39h 15m.

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