What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $240 - $600 and takes 35h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $390 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Cup and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Edgewater Park/Cumberland Dr and arriving at Alice Springs via Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rd, Deer Park and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Cup and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32 and arriving at Alice Springs via Melbourne Central Station, Southern Cross Station and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 43m.

How far is it from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

The distance between Melbourne Cup and Alice Springs is 1897 km. The road distance is 2233.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs without a car is to bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd which takes 33h 40m and costs $320 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs bus from?

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs train from?

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 5h 32m and costs $390 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd, which costs $320 - $650 and takes 33h 40m, you could also train, which costs $2,100 - $2,400 and takes 39h 43m.

Where does the Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

Where does the Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs train arrive?

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs is 2234 km. It takes approximately 23h 43m to drive from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane MEL - ASP
5h 32m
$396–956
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
35h 16m
$242–572
Bus via Station Rd/Ballarat Rd
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
33h 40m
$321–605
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Alice Springstrain The Ghan
39h 43m
$2,140–2,380
Drive 2,233.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springscar 2,233.6 km
23h 43m
$400–578

Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs by foot and bus

6Weekly Services

33h 40mAverage Duration

$321Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs.

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Distance: 1,897.3 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Melbourne Cup, VIC, Australia and Alice Springs, NT, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Cup to Alice Springs via Edgewater Park/Cumberland Dr, Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rd, Station Rd/Ballarat Rd, Deer Park, and Adelaide in around 33h 40m.

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