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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Alice Springs is to drive which costs $550 - $850 and takes 37h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $400 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Perth Wellington Street and arriving at Alice Springs via Roebuck Plains and Katherine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Perth to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Perth and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 22h.

How far is it from Perth to Alice Springs?

The distance between Perth and Alice Springs is 2006 km. The road distance is 2977.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Alice Springs without a car is to train which takes 2 days 22h and costs $2,500 - $10,000.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Perth to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Perth to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Integrity Coach Lines, depart from Perth Wellington Street station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Perth to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Perth to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $400 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2,500 - $10,000 and takes 2 days 22h, you could also bus, which costs $700 - $1,500 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Perth to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Perth to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Integrity Coach Lines, arrive at Roebuck Plains station.

What is the time difference between Perth and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m ahead of Perth. It is currently 2:30 AM in Perth and 4:00 AM in Alice Springs.

Where does the Perth to Alice Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Perth to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Alice Springs is 2977 km. It takes approximately 37h 16m to drive from Perth to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 24+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)PER - ASP
4h 2m
$409–1,350
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide ParklandsPer-Adl 2024 / ...
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Alice SpringsThe Ghan
2d 22h
$2,586–9,778
Bus
1. Take the bus from Perth Wellington Street to Roebuck Plains
2. Take the bus from Roebuck Plains to Katherine
3. Take the bus from Katherine to Alice Springs
3d 1h
$712–1,422
Drive 2,977.5 km
1. Drive from Perth to Alice Springs2,977.5 km
37h 16m
$572–826

Perth to Alice Springs by train

1Weekly Trains

2d 22hAverage Duration

$2,586Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,006.2 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Airnorth flies from Perth Airport (PER) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Alice Springs via Adelaide Parklands and Adelaide Station in around 2d 22h.

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