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

The cheapest way to get from Mataranka to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $160 - $360 and takes 14h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mataranka to Alice Springs is to bus and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $1,000 - $2,400.

Is there a direct bus between Mataranka and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mataranka and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 20m.

How far is it from Mataranka to Alice Springs?

The distance between Mataranka and Alice Springs is 1179 km. The road distance is 1074.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mataranka to Alice Springs without a car is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs $160 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Mataranka to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Mataranka to Alice Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mataranka to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Mataranka to Alice Springs is 1075 km. It takes approximately 9h 31m to drive from Mataranka to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 21+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Mataranka to Katherinebus
2. Fly from Katherine (KTR) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane KTR - ASP
6h 3m
$1,093–2,333
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mataranka to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
14h 20m
$160–360
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mataranka to Katherinebus Darwin
2. Take the train from Katherine to Alice Springstrain The Ghan Expedition
16h 45m
$2,090–2,105
Drive 1,074.5 km
1. Drive from Mataranka to Alice Springscar 1,074.5 km
9h 31m
$193–279

Mataranka to Alice Springs by bus (Greyhound)

6Weekly Buses

14h 20mAverage Duration

$160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,179.3 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Mataranka to Alice Springs 6 times a week. Tickets cost $160–360 and the journey takes 14h 20m.

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