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

The cheapest way to get from Palmerston to Alice Springs is to bus which costs $210 - $490 and takes 20h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmerston to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $500 - $1,500.

Is there a direct bus between Palmerston and Alice Springs?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palmerston and arriving at Alice Springs. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 20h 15m.

How far is it from Palmerston to Alice Springs?

The distance between Palmerston and Alice Springs is 1346 km. The road distance is 1478 km.

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

The best way to get from Palmerston to Alice Springs without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 45m and costs $2,110 - $2,170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Palmerston to Alice Springs, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Palmerston to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Palmerston to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $500 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $490 and takes 20h 15m.

Where does the Palmerston to Alice Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palmerston to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmerston to Alice Springs is 1478 km. It takes approximately 13h 26m to drive from Palmerston to Alice Springs.

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

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Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 21+ hotels available in Alice Springs.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP)plane DRW - ASP
5h 9m
$535–1,445
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palmerston to Alice Springsbus Alice Springs
20h 15m
$210–490
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Palmerston to Katherinebus Alice Springs / ...
2. Take the train from Katherine to Alice Springstrain The Ghan Expedition
18h 45m
$2,118–2,166
Drive 1,478 km
1. Drive from Palmerston to Alice Springscar 1,478 km
13h 26m
$266–384

Palmerston to Alice Springs by bus and train

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18h 45mAverage Duration

$2,118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,345.9 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

Qantas flies from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to Alice Springs Airport (ASP) twice daily. Alternatively, Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Palmerston to Alice Springs 6 times a week. Tickets cost $210–490 and the journey takes 20h 15m.

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