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

The cheapest way to get from Alice Springs to Perth is to drive which costs $550 - $850 and takes 37h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alice Springs to Perth is to fly which takes 4h and costs $420 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Alice Springs and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Alice Springs to Perth. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Perth Wellington Street via Katherine and Roebuck Plains. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between Alice Springs and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Alice Springs to Perth. However, there are services departing from Alice Springs and arriving at Perth via Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 18h.

How far is it from Alice Springs to Perth?

The distance between Alice Springs and Perth is 2007 km. The road distance is 2977.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Perth without a car is to train which takes 2 days 18h and costs $2,500 - $9,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Alice Springs to Perth, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Perth?

The best way to get from Alice Springs to Perth is to fly which takes 4h and costs $420 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2,500 - $9,000 and takes 2 days 18h, you could also bus, which costs $700 - $1,500 and takes 3 days 0h.

Where does the Alice Springs to Perth bus arrive?

Alice Springs to Perth bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Katherine station.

What is the time difference between Alice Springs and Perth?

Perth is 1h 30m behind Alice Springs. It is currently 11:15 PM in Alice Springs and 9:45 PM in Perth.

Where does the Alice Springs to Perth train arrive?

Alice Springs to Perth train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Alice Springs to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Alice Springs to Perth is 2977 km. It takes approximately 37h 14m to drive from Alice Springs to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Perth.

Alice Springs to Perth - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Alice Springs to Perth by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Perth Airport (PER)ASP - PER
4h
$423–1,452
Train
1. Take the train from Alice Springs to Adelaide ParklandsThe Ghan
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to PerthAdl-Per 2025 / ...
2d 18h
$2,587–8,987
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alice Springs to Katherine
2. Take the bus from Katherine to Roebuck Plains
3. Take the bus from Roebuck Plains to Perth Wellington Street
3d
$716–1,428
Drive 2,977.3 km
1. Drive from Alice Springs to Perth2,977.3 km
37h 14m
$585–844

Alice Springs to Perth by train

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2d 18hAverage Duration

$2,587Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,006.7 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Alice Springs, NT, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Airnorth and Virgin Australia fly from Alice Springs Airport (ASP) to Perth Airport (PER) 6 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Alice Springs to Perth via Adelaide Parklands in around 2d 18h.

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