What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs is to drive which costs $270 - $400 and takes 15h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $350 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Alice Springs via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide Airport (ADL) station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Alice Springs via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 19m.

How far is it from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

The distance between Adelaide Airport (ADL) and Alice Springs is 1332 km. The road distance is 1535.3 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 20h 37m and costs $240 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs bus from?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs train from?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train, bus or fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $350 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $550 and takes 20h 37m, you could also train, which costs $1,998 and takes 28h 19m.

Where does the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

Where does the Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs train arrive?

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Alice Springs station.

Can I drive from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs is 1535 km. It takes approximately 15h 29m to drive from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 22+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane ADL - ASP
2h 24m
$357–1,156
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
20h 37m
$246–531
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Alice Springstrain The Ghan
28h 19m
$1,998
Drive 1,535.3 km
1. Drive from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springscar 1,535.3 km
15h 29m
$275–398

Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 1,331.7 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Adelaide Airport (ADL), Australia and Alice Springs, NT, Australia?

Virgin Australia and Qantas fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) once daily. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Adelaide to Alice Springs 6 times a week. Tickets cost $220–500 and the journey takes 20h 30m.

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