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How to get fromCoober Pedy to Painted Desertby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Coober Pedy to Painted Desert by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi (Greyhound)

    best
    1. Take the bus from Coober Pedy to Cadney Parkbus bus Alice Springs
    2. Take the taxi from Cadney Park to Painted Deserttaxi taxi
    4h 39m
    $156–208

  2. Drive 151.7 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Coober Pedy to Painted Desertcar car 151.7 km
    4h 30m
    $27–39

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Coober Pedy to Painted Deserttaxi taxi 151.7 km
    4h 30m
    $200–240

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 244.5 km
  • Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Coober Pedy, SA, Australia and Painted Desert, SA, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Coober Pedy to Painted Desert. However, you can take the bus to Cadney Park then take the taxi to Painted Desert. Alternatively, you can drive from Coober Pedy to Painted Desert in around 4h 30m.

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