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

The cheapest way to get from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs is to train and bus which costs $240 - $600 and takes 38h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs is to train and fly which takes 8h 56m and costs $460 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Bairnsdale and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale and arriving at Alice Springs via Traralgon Station/Princes St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Adelaide. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Bairnsdale and Alice Springs?

No, there is no direct train from Bairnsdale station to Alice Springs. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Alice Springs via Southern Cross Station and Adelaide Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 56m.

How far is it from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs?

The distance between Bairnsdale and Alice Springs is 2171 km. The road distance is 2518.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 37h 57m and costs $310 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bairnsdale station.

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

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs is to bus which takes 37h 57m and costs $310 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2,100 - $2,400 and takes 42h 56m.

Where does the Bairnsdale to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

What is the time difference between Bairnsdale and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 30 min behind Bairnsdale. It is currently 7:28 PM in Bairnsdale and 6:58 PM in Alice Springs.

Where does the Bairnsdale to Alice Springs train arrive?

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Bairnsdale to Alice Springs is 2519 km. It takes approximately 27h 2m to drive from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 21+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane MEL - ASP
8h 56m
$463–1,187
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus
3. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus
38h 20m
$241–574
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus
4. Take the bus from Adelaide to Alice Springsbus
37h 57m
$319–636
Train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Alice Springstrain
42h 56m
$2,138–2,382
Drive 2,518.6 km
1. Drive from Bairnsdale to Alice Springscar 2,518.6 km
27h 2m
$450–650
Bus to Merimbula Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Bennet Lanebus
2. Fly from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane MIM - ASP
27h 17m
$639–2,073
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Jolimont Centre/Northbourne Avebus
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane CBR - ASP
13h 42m
$433–1,289

Bairnsdale to Alice Springs by bus

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37h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,170.9 km
Duration: 8h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Bairnsdale to Alice Springs via Traralgon Station/Princes St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Adelaide in around 37h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bairnsdale Station to Alice Springs via Southern Cross Station and Adelaide Station in around 42h 56m.

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