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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St which costs $210 - $600 and takes 33h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $410 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 55m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The distance between Melbourne and Alice Springs is 1896 km. The road distance is 2239.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 31h 45m and costs $290 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Melbourne to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $410 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $600 and takes 31h 45m, you could also train, which costs $2,100 - $2,400 and takes 37h 55m.

Where does the Melbourne to Alice Springs bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Melbourne. It is currently 11:29 AM in Melbourne and 9:59 AM in Alice Springs.

Where does the Melbourne to Alice Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Alice Springs is 2239 km. It takes approximately 23h 48m to drive from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 23+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane MEL - ASP
4h 38m
$413–1,013
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
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
33h 20m
$211–558
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
31h 45m
$295–599
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
37h 55m
$2,131–2,362
Drive 2,239.2 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Alice Springscar 2,239.2 km
23h 48m
$410–592

Melbourne to Alice Springs by bus

6Weekly Buses

31h 45mAverage Duration

$295Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Alice Springs.

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Distance: 1,895.7 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Melbourne, 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 bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Alice Springs via Adelaide in around 31h 45m.

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