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

The cheapest way to get from Katherine to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $170 - $400 and takes 15h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Katherine to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $1,000 - $2,300.

Is there a direct bus between Katherine and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Katherine and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Katherine and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Katherine and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 14h 25m.

How far is it from Katherine to Alice Springs?

The distance between Katherine and Alice Springs is 1073 km. The road distance is 1181.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Katherine to Alice Springs without a car is to train which takes 14h 25m and costs $2,062.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Katherine to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

Katherine to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Katherine station.

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

Katherine to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, depart from Katherine station.

Train, bus or fly from Katherine to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Katherine to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $1,000 - $2,300. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $2,062 and takes 14h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $170 - $400 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Katherine to Alice Springs bus arrive?

Katherine to Alice Springs bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Alice Springs station.

Where does the Katherine to Alice Springs train arrive?

Katherine to Alice Springs train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Ghan, arrive at Alice Springs station.

Can I drive from Katherine to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Katherine to Alice Springs is 1181 km. It takes approximately 10h 30m to drive from Katherine to Alice Springs.

How do I get a bus ticket from Katherine to Alice Springs?

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Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 21+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Katherine (KTR) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane KTR - ASP
3h 43m
$1,070–2,286
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Katherine to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
15h 30m
$170–400
Train
1. Take the train from Katherine to Alice Springstrain The Ghan Expedition
14h 25m
$2,062
Drive 1,181.1 km
1. Drive from Katherine to Alice Springscar 1,181.1 km
10h 30m
$213–307

Katherine to Alice Springs by train

2Weekly Trains

14h 25mAverage Duration

$2,062Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,073.5 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Airnorth flies from Katherine (KTR) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Ghan operates a train from Katherine to Alice Springs twice a week. Tickets cost $2,062 and the journey takes 14h 25m.

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