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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $290 - $750 and takes 44h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $440 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Albury Station/Hume Hwy and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Sydney to Alice Springs?

The distance between Sydney and Alice Springs is 2046 km. The road distance is 2742 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 44h 40m and costs $290 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Sydney to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Sydney to Alice Springs bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Central Station.

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

Sydney to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Sydney to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $440 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $750 and takes 44h 40m, you could also train, which costs $2,300 - $6,000 and takes 2 days 4h.

Where does the Sydney to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Sydney to Alice Springs bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Albury station.

What is the time difference between Sydney and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 1h 30m behind Sydney. It is currently 10:28 AM in Sydney and 8:58 AM in Alice Springs.

Where does the Sydney to Alice Springs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Alice Springs is 2742 km. It takes approximately 28h 32m to drive from Sydney to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 23+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)SYD - ASP
4h 47m
$443–1,067
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Albury
2. Take the bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85 Franklin St
3. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springs
44h 40m
$297–744
Train
1. Take the train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide ParklandsSyd-Adl 2025 / ...
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice SpringsThe Ghan
2d 4h
$2,387–5,678
Drive 2,742 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Alice Springs2,742 km
28h 32m
$539–779

Sydney to Alice Springs by bus

6Weekly Buses

44h 40mAverage Duration

$297Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,046 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Alice Springs, NT, Australia?

Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station to Alice Springs via Albury, Albury Station/Hume Hwy, and Adelaide in around 44h 40m.

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