Much appreciated, if so. Allow around $1.70 per litre for fuel. car and stretch your legs. I was slightly hesitant about the drive until I read your site. From Kingoonya a track goes south to the Mount Ive Once known as "The Track", the Stuart Highway was named after explorer John McDouall Stuart who discovered a route through Australia's inland on several excursions in the 1850s and 1860s. If you drive to alice from adelaide do you have to go south again the some way you came.? Im doing this trip in a week (I know, I know flies and heat, what was I thinking!!) Hey thank you for all the info. Enter the "Distance To" city, village, town, airport or place name from Northern Territory (Australia) in the "Distance To" (second) text box. SITE MAP . right on the junction of Stuart Hwy and the Oodnadatta Track. But even at Well use your blogs as gospel when going. The pub has way more outback/bush atmosphere than Glendambo (Ive spent weeks at Glendambo, trust me on this), including hot outdoor fires in the cooler months (you might have to ask John to light one if numbers are low). I am hoping to take my 2WD Golf up, Ive read everything youve written and I will heed all of your advice. Thanks so much for this post! I do have one question though. Is it the good car to go ahead for this drive. usually a busy place, especially with trucks. Over the years we have assisted people who have found themselves in trouble from simple breakdowns to vehicle roll overs, Will be on our way again after covid [19] is finally beaten, cheers and keep safe from Eric and family 12/04/2020. I am planning for SLOW DOWN driving i.e. Get a Telstra sim card for your phone. We cant decide! Im so glad our info was useful to you. | Thanks for any answer you will give me. I hope this helps. Free roadside campsites: Check them out on Wikicamps. There are different access zones and occasional road closures, click here to see the zones. Youve got an easy 20km trip until you come to Kulgera Roadhouse, which bills itself as the first and last pub in the Territory. Hi Gary and Amanda, we had a holiday in May leaving from Adelaide and ending at Alice Springs. Thanks so much, regards, Jo. I dont have seat belts or all the mod cons so I am always aware of the need to see to my own safety traveling the way our forefathers did outback. Yes very helpful. About 50km north of Coober Pedy, youll find the famous Dingo Fence. Whilst youll be driving on the Stuart Highway an excellent and mainly straight road, youre driving in the Australian outback for most of this journey, youll need to do a few simple things to stay safe: If youre worried about breaking down, please read MY experience of breaking down on this road as a solo woman traveller. As you leave Port Augusta, enjoy the panorama of the Flinders Ranges pur Outback air. and another dirt road to Oodnadatta, crossing the desolate moon plain. This will display the dropdown with suggested places in Northern Territory (Australia); Select the desired Address /Place /City /Village /Town /Airport from both the dropdown lists. I did not know the dangers of night driving back then, yet I did not see any animals on road (If I had, I wouldnt have been around to tell the tale anyways). Closures will occur between September 8th and October 5th 2019. If you're driving southwards from Alice We are thinking of following your route, however, we have 3 children & wondered if anyone would recommend doing this with children aged 6, 10 & 12?? Antipode: 23.69748,-46.11638 Suitable for caravans/camper trailers: Yes. | Thank you for your beautiful site! All the information you have stated is invaluable. Your blog is excellent source with comprehensive coverage to plan the trip. Cheers, Gary So helpful. Its VERY hot up here at the moment, so make sure your air con is working. Enter the "Distance From" city, village, town, airport or place name from Northern Territory (Australia) in the "Distance From" (first) text box. Thank you from very grateful backpackers. Glendambo came into existence when the main highway was realigned in 1982 which left Kingoonya 44 km off the main road. But for a real trip, there can be plenty of differences so go ahead and check the reverse directions to get the distance from Alice Springs to Gold Coast, or go to the main page to calculate the distance between cities. Hi Amanda, We could have flown but I have lived here for over 40 years and had never seen the outback so we decided to drive. Keep your fuel topped up and youll be fine. from your long trip. As suggested, will plan accordingly. Keep a watch out for wildlife and the changing landscapes the further south you get. The Marla to Alice Springs drive covers a distance of 454km in a driving time of around 4h41m. And ive been looking around for camper-van but cant seem to fix on a company. in 1969. Maybe next time Ill brave the smaller towns and take more timethis time we wanted a good week in Alice to spend with my brother, wife and little niece. Absolutely! So, here it is, our: Ultimate Guide to Driving from Adelaide to Alice Springs. Your email address will not be published. track northwards. It will make you cry with bittersweet tears. when we do it will be in mid April and possibly for a week, maybe two. We particularly appreciated Coober Pedy and adored stopping for the night at the roadhouses. It I will be self sufficient and not need help other than maybe finding my way back to my tent in the dark. We are looking at doing this drive in a Ford Fairlane Ghia (Auto Sedan) in September 2018 (2 adults, and a girl aged 16, and boy aged 12) whats your thoughts ?? Glendambo - 113 The food is better. Read more about the Oodnadatta Track here. I aslo loved your town. It is very informative. , Epic trip to Uluru - travelling with 3 kids Now trying to see what/where next. From Alice-springs to the South Pole, it is 4,580.59 mi (7,371.74 km) in the north. However, being winter will it be too cold? When you get to Cadney Park Roadhouse, youll be near the turnoff to the Painted Desert. My question or concern is, would there be fuel stations open (for trade) on Christmas day. Back to the Stuart Highway, from Glendambo to Coober Pedy you'll Yes, there will be fuel stations open on Xmas Day in major centres. Now I am so excited! Best Time of the Year. the Old Ghan railway line, and finally known as the Oodnadatta Track. vegetation. There is a roadhouse, Stuarts Well, which is roughly halfway along this stretch of the Stuart Highway, and the Outback Camel Farm is located next door. That is my *main* advice: very hot conditions arent kind to worn tyres. What would your recommendation be? Turn west and follow the Lasseter Highway to Yulara, the village on the edge of Uluru / Kata Tjuta National Park. Located 275km south of Alice Springs, Kulgera is the name of both a town and an ancient outcrop of granite rocks. Marla marks the northern end of the Oodnadatta Track, and is also the turn off to Mintabie a tiny opal-mining town east of the Stuart Highway. If youre interested in learning more about this, please watch the DVD Benny and the Dreamers. This drive takes you through Anna Creek Station; thelargest cattle station in the world. The infamous Kulgera cutouts home to many a silly photo! just wondering if there was much rubbish strewn along the side of the road when youve driven this stretch? to the Northern Territory" sign. are listed below, click on the city name to find distance between. So whats your suggestion on getting there & when per our entire trip planning? That includes a cold beer after a long desert road trip. I am coming up in March for a couple of weeks exploring by bicycle and am looking forward to discovering a part of Australia that is long overdue for a visit. Is it necessary to have a petrol canister to do this journey? Should we rent a Sat phone just in case we break down? Appreciate the valuable information. :) There are tables, water, toilets and an Weather forecast can be displayed in F or C. The pub at the roadhouse is the centre most pub in Australia. Will be in touch! Northern Territory (Australia) Driving Distance Calculator, calculates the Distance and Driving Directions between two addresses, places, cities, villages, towns or airports in Northern Territory (Australia). My tip is to take a break and grab some photos at Lake Hart (you can camp here, too). But for the whole trip is that ok with my car? I usually stay at the Shoreline Caravan Park in a cabin. Head just out of town to cuddle a baby kangaroo at the Kangaroo Sanctuary. Thank you again for a help full, fantastic well put together website. Recommended Driving Time: 16 hours at least ONE overnight stop is recommended. Say goodbye to the Northern Territory today as you head over the NT/SA border into South Australia. Back here now to plan 2019 ride. Driving to Uluru? Things to see & do in Alice Springs Tour Get it here: We really hope youve enjoyed and found this page useful. puncture repairs. Kulgera Roadhouse. Do you think this is a valid concern, or will fuel stops be plentiful? 1. How will be the weather like during mid to late November in NT area? I sent him the links to the phone coverage maps so he could see how little coverage there is outside the more populated areas I love the advertising claims that xx network covers 95-99% of the Australian population, and of course international visitors do not really realise that most of the Australian population lives on the east coast and close to the townships and in between those there is a lot of empty space without any phone signal, unless you have a satellite phone Fortunately he got back to me a couple of days later and advised that his daughter had finally made contact. Here's the quick answer if you have friends taking shifts as driver so that you can make the entire trip by car without stopping. It might be that Ive just done this trip too many times but I am really glad when I finally reach Coober Pedy. The backpackers rooms, which are in dongas, may be a little dingy for some but they are cheap and warm. I would start my travel on 24th March 2018 from melbourne to Darwin. Turn right off the Stuart Highway and head past Spuds Roadhouse/Pimba. Qantas and Virgin Australia fly from Alice Springs to Adelaide twice daily. What would be your recommendations? Route planner. Thank you again and have a great long and safe trip of yours. If youre not in a hurry, then my advice is to break the trip and spend a couple of days in and around Coober Pedy. This is also one section of the trip where emus are quite commonly seen so be on the lookout for them. This is probably going to be the slowest and the most frustrating part of the journey. Cheers Gary, I just want to say thanks so much for all the great advice and info on this blog. Fuel & food available: Marla and Kulgera. An interesting side trip is to Roxby Downs and Andamooka however, we recommend doing this as an overnight trip. It passes through the Macdonnell Ranges and finally crosses the Northern Territory / South Australia border south of Kulgera. We would like to try this route, renting a 4wd car and driving from Adelaide to Alice springs. Im planning a solo road trip from Adelaide to Darwin around May/June this year, so finding this page has been amazing! Your advice on night driving in that area is NOTED. Ive driven this road soooo many times. Your info about phone coverage, fuel, food etc is most helpful but where are we able to fill gas cylinders. It said on your other page you can download it as a PDF, but the only options were for various readers. We are not intending on driving at night, and taking our time 7-8 days to complete the drive. Would start at Port Augusta then past Alice Springs heading back to Queensland. Can I suggest instead of Glendambo that people stay at Kingoonya. Are there any companies that you would recommend? As you travel north, youre going to pass by some stunning salt lakes. Hi Amanda i just recently found out about this useful chat forum and as im planning to drive in a rent a car from pt Augusta to Darwin in September with a mate i would appreciate if you could provide me with some useful information. The main attraction are stunning red sandstone cliffs with Want to see as much of the country as possible in our time. Keep an eye out for horses along this section and as you enter the small hills along the way. This post was so helpful in firstly conceptualising our trip and in the planning and doing! Im not sure where Ill be early August at this stage. If we will drive along the mainroad, do you foresee possible dangers or is it a quite, easy long drive and we must just care about fuel and water? The turnoff to Rainbow Valley (highly recommended for an overnight camp). Carry basic tools & spare parts (fanbelts, spare tyres, radiator hoses, fuses) with you. Theres also a police station and a few historic station (Americans: read ranch) buildings. I have a Toyota Camry Hybrid 2012. Hi Lauren, it depends on the vehicle you are driving but around the $150-200 mark. it is a reasonably new car, 2010 model and automatic. That will depend on the size of your fuel tank. How far is it from Alice Springs to Birdsville? You would try Wicked Campers they might be a better option. Im so looking forward to my trip next May! Mobile phone coverage: Telstra 3G reception is only available for approx. stop at the Stuarts Well Roadhouse to enjoy some real Australian Outback From Pimba, youre travelling through some interesting country, dotted with salt lakes and the occasional lookout stop that just begs a photo. Ive even driven it in a tiny Barina! Beyond the Roadhouse, a further 20km you will reach the NT/SA border. https://adelaidetoalicesprings.blogspot.com/ Also, if YOUVE driven this iconic route, wed LOVE to publish your story. Greyhound Australia operates a bus from Port Augusta to Alice Springs once daily. Erldunda is the turnoff to Uluru Ayers Rock, so if youre heading that way along the Lasseter Highway, please read THIS ITINERARY for another detailed trip description. Wish there were more people writing the way you do with so much information. We were going to cut out Alice, Coober Pedy, and Uluru but thanks to you, we are definitely going to do it, even though we will be back tracking. However theres a number of free camping places here as well. Dear Amanda, There is almost complete coverage from Port Augusta to Coober Pedy nowadays, with coverage also at Glendambo, Erldunda and of course, Uluru. Hi! Its everything you imagine: freedom, a sense of isolation, intense personal reflection, wildlife, vast horizons and blue sky, quirky outback towns, roadhouses and characters. It is the main focus of the Centre, a name given to approximately 100,000 square miles (260,000 square km) of central Australia that includes large areas of desert and rocky ridges. Last question: we will have to rent a car, then (I think) we will not have all the extras you recommend on the website for travelling outback. Once a thriving railway town, Kingoonya became nearly a ghost town when the highway was relocated. Facilities: Coober Pedy has a wide range of I will let you know how the trip went mid-July. Distance: 2,884 km's; Total Driving Time: 36 hours, . refuel before your leave. Im wanting to do it again with a side trip to Kings canyon also. [5] 20km north of Marla, then there is NOTHING until Erldunda. We are leaving in 4 weeks from Melbourne to Alice and of course Ayers Rock. And yes my wife would be driving as well. Heading north, youll come to a number of small towns, such as: Youll pass the turnoffs for the Yorke Peninsula (Kadina/Wallaroo), Port Pirie and the Flinders Ranges along the way as well. Train, bus or fly from Alice Springs to Adelaide? Travel time: 3.5 hours (allow more if the traffic getting out of Adelaide is bad), Mobile phone coverage: Telstra reception is available all the way. Carry a minimum of 10 litres per person per day. If you feel like catching up when you get to Alice, let me know send me an email via the contact us form on the website. Hope you enjoy your adventure. BLOG Your tips around stops and phone coverage are great as Ive been able to let family know, and as we are travelling with a toddler, we know how long to keep him occupied between stops Weve tried them all the motel rooms are basic and comfortable, but a little overpriced. Alice Springs, the Alice, or just Alice, these are the common names for the city in the heart of central Australia. We were thinking of doing this trip via a campervan in winter with 2 kids. If you have enough of the bitumen, you can escape to the This is the summary of the entire route from Adelaide to Alice Springs. We are planning to start around second week of November and reaching Uluru around late November. Alice Springs, town, Northern Territory, Australia. Along the way, explore Coober Pedy, the of Stuart Highway & Lasseter Highway, it is a great place to relax My wife and l are thinking about travelling the Stuart Highway from Darwin to Adelaide and were wondering , West MacDonnell Ranges - a Journey in TimeWhile Uluru is definitely a place to visit for its uniqueness and cultural significance, we found a much more interesting experience going to the West , Melbourne to Uluru How many days should be enough. [4] The highway was only fully sealed in February 1987 as part of the Australian Bicentenary roadworks programme. The information you supplied in you article was extremely helpful for our trip. Distance between two point in Australia with marked route on map, mileage, driving directions and weather forecast. Let me take you on an epic journey to Australia's red centre, the first section of the famous Stuart Highway. The journeys took me 17 hours per limb, with 4 hours of night time drive each way (Glendambo to Port Pirie onwards and Marla to Alice Springs on return). There are cheaper backpackers rooms near the smaller roadhouse (southern end of town). You could try Wicked Campers, although be careful as they dont always allow people to drive on dirt roads. Travellers have various choices to drive from Adelaide to Port Augusta, along Port Wakefield Road, through Clare Valley (my favourite route), even doing a detour through the lovely Flinders Ranges. Thanks so much for your kind comments and Im thrilled that youve found our site useful. This is worth a visit but be warned: its a 4WD only track and youll need several hours to drive out it. Yes, you're approaching the beautiful red centre! Any advice and guidance is highly appreciated. Length: 1202 km (South Australia Border to Alice Springs: 294 km) Northern Terminus: Carpentaria Highway (NR1) at Daly Waters Southern Terminus: SA Border, 20 km south of Kulgera Roadhouse Miscellaneous: Continues as A1 (Stuart Highway) to Darwin and continues as A87 in South Australia Hi Amanda! This is also the BACK WAY to Uluru the way you go if youd like an adventure and want some dirt. The next set of traffic lights youll see are at the intersection of the Stuart Highway and Larapinta Drive 1200km away in Alice Springs! Facilities: The late Spud Murphy started Spud's Roadhouse Don't forget to . SA, Australia and Alice Springs, NT, Australia? It seems like the only available car company who offer this is Hertz. ALSO READ: Driving from Alice Springs to Uluru which describes in detail this section of the journey. All the best, century, both the Indian Pacific and the Ghan stop on request in Pimba. But we are trying to keep our budget as limited as possible. Pleased we walked around Uluru early in the day. Thanks again for writing this , Hi Amanda, No worries, thank you and were glad you had a great time! Amanda, thanks for sharing such a comprehensive guide to driving from Adelaide to Alice Springs. Hi, Say goodbye to the Northern Territory today as you head over the NT/SA border into South Australia. Unless theres been reasonable rainfall, these creeks will always have no water in them. Im planning to ride from Melbourne to ulura. Travelling from South Australia. This is also a national highway, the Princes Highway also called Highway 1 in Australia. . I have never tried, but dirt road should be fine but on sand dunes could be an issue. I have read your experience described here atleast 20 times till now. Back on the Stuart Highway, don't miss the Lake Hart lookout and rest area about 50 km past Pimba. Happy and safe travels When you plan a trip along the Stuart Highway, please be aware that the road crosses the Woomera Prohibited Area. There are powered and unpowered sites. ( At my age a couple of times each night) I dont expect a map is of any benefit when there is only one road to Alice. with shimmering salt lakes on the horizon, or sometimes, close to the Also, cant decide if we should take a campervan or just a 4WD and stay along the way. This is a fairly short stretch of the journey, with the prize of mobile phone coverage and a small supermarket at Marla. Lastly Melbourne. We had to drive straight back from Alice and I thought the Stuart Highway would be long and boring but it certainly wasnt. Were retired & dont exactly have a time-frame. Ive just been reading up on Coober pedy as Ill be stopping there today yesterday was a pleasant 24 degrees in glendambo but Im expecting a hotter day today. We want to book , Stuart Highway with conventional carIs it possible to drive Stuart Highway with a conventional car, like a station wagon, or do I need a 4wd? $11,640 - $12,880. Really glad to hear you enjoyed your adventure and its given you a taste of the outback and the confidence to do so again. Its not. We say this to you: SLOW DOWN. Plan your NT adventure with these comprehensive maps covering towns, deserts, islands, national parks, tourist drives and 4WD tracks. Brilliant information. Learn about Alice Springs' plants, animals and landscapes at the Alice Springs Desert Park or the Reptile Centre. My wife and I are currently traveling round this stunning country in a Ford Falcon Futura mk 2. I have to reach Darwin by 28th March. Detours in the area: Erldunda is the place where you have to Eyre highway is another major Outback route that starts in Port Augusta, leading across the Nullarbor plain into Western Australia. My wife and I are going next year July August. Roadtrains travelling at night and around dawn and dusk, collide with kangaroos and as you might expect, poor Skippy doesnt stand a chance. Whichever route you choose, the Explorers Way takes you from the Click here to read more about the city on top of Spencer Gulf. Make sure your car and your tyres are in good condition. There is accommodation at the Eldo Hotel and the Woomera Caravan Park. You will TRULY experience the outback deeply and more authentically than if you rush. JB. We have just picked up a motorhome and are on our way now! Privacy Policy Second-guessed doing that, but too late now. area. Thanks for getting in touch. Facilities: Motel and camping facilities, drive-thru GET THIS ENTIRE GUIDE PLUS BONUS VEHICLE PREPARATION AND PACKING GUIDE AS A PDF. I plan to travel , Road Trip Adelaide to Ayers RockHey mate, we are driving from Adelaide to Ayers Rock. 9 Ways to Get Around the Australian Outback, Me and My Cooper Tires, Road Tripping During Summer, MY experience of breaking down on this road, Use Wikicamps to find ALL of the free campsites, Find free campsites using this very inexpensive app, Wikicamps shows you EVERY free & secret campsite, Check out Wikicamps for all free campsites, https://adelaidetoalicesprings.blogspot.com/, Rest Frequently. My biggest concern is how hot will it be and what effect will this have on tyres. Can you please guide. About the Author | New Pages | Site Index | Contact, Junction to Coober Pedy on the Stuart Highway, At the Northern Territory / South Australia border, Flowers on the roadside - travelling Stuart Highway, The new Ghan railway line near Cadney Park, Erldunda Roadhouse at the junction of Stuart & Lasseter Highway, South Australia - Northern Territory Border, Click here to read more about the city on top of Spencer Gulf, Click here to read my article about Coober Pedy. Hello Were just back from Melbourne to Alice Springs and back via East and west Macs,Kings Canyon, Uluru etc We took a month to be sure to stop and spend time at places as you recommend. The Heavitree Gap Outback Resort The journeys took me 17 hours per limb, with 4 hours of night time drive each way (Glendambo to Port Pirie onwards and Marla to Alice Springs on return). is a great place that offers motel rooms, cabins and a caravan park. As of 2006 Australian Cencus Kulgera has a population of 50 people. Thanks a lot. Of course, there are also plenty of shops and galleries with Aboriginal art. Just wondering is there way that your most recent relevant review/ comment eg 2018 comes up at the top instead of having to scroll through as it starts at 2014 and no doubt many changes from 2014. I cant wait to go now haha, I love Australia and Im sure our 5yr old will enjoy this trip immensely, Hi Amanda , Hmmm. Alice Springs & Surrounds Kimberley & Top End via Gibb River Rd. Its about 18km further up the road, however you have to leave the Stuart Highway just past Glendambo, and its not the smoothest of roads often, so 4WD is more suitable but 2WD can get there unless really wet which is rare in this part of the world. The CAR closed shortly after. You can now download an extended, more detailed 60+ page version of this guide as a PDF with bonus vehicle preparation and our unique outback packing guide here. 7 days. Mobile Phone coverage: Partial Telstra only coverage see detailed itinerary below. At a later stage we wish to also show the map and its directions, so it will simply show you a text based version of your directions. The roadhouse offers Outback atmosphere, fuel, take-away food, I did not stay overnight anywhere on the route. Start at the South Australian border and wind your way through an epic 4WD track that takes you across remote national parks and far-flung outback towns. This site was very useful for our drive to Alice Springs. You can also reach the Oodnadatta Track from Cadney via the painted desert. also known as Arckaringa Hills, is very worthwhile. It is so informative and detailed I especially love the things to look out for portion for each town. Facilities: Wide range of budget accommodation, from cabins to bunkhouse and caravan/camping facilities. We only drove in daylight (though the low winter sun meant it was a bit hairy driving into Coober Pedy in the early evening, getting there later than Id plannedwe stopped too long at Lake Hart, but totally worth it! Your help and advise will be greatly appreciated. We were generally , Stuart Highway - Adelaide to Alice Springs How desolate is the Stuart Highway? opal capital of Australia. Yes, the Stuart Highway is most definitely sealed all the way from Adelaide to Darwin and has been sealed for several decades. . Although this is not the real Australian Outback, South Australia's Thank you! Distance: 1,256 kilometres (781 miles) Transport: car Nearest major city: Perth and Adelaide Price: $ Nullarbor means "no trees" in Latin, but in reality, the Nullarbor is covered with bluebush and mulga scrub, and even wildflowers after rain. Springs or Yulara, the South Australian welcome sign is by far bigger. It is a journey of contrasts and natural beauty. Amanda and Gary. The tourist route marketed as the Explorer's Way describes the entire journey from Adelaide to Darwin (3016 km). 2. Drop in to the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which supports an area of more than 7 million square kilometres. Firstly, you DO NOT need a sat phone if youre doing this trip. Oh my god this was so unbelievably helpful. The turn off to the Prominent Hill mine (not open to the public), the Adelaide to Darwin railway overpass and the little piles of mining rubble from opal mines (called mullock heaps) as you start to get closer to Coober Pedy are the only real things to look at. Adelaide. The only good thing about this is that youll see a lot of Wedge-Tailed Eagles feeding off the poor kangaroos whove been killed. and which are the most dangerous spots for active wildlife?Also are there any other dangers to be aware of along this route? There are LOTS of places to stay in Port Augusta. Thanks, Mark! From location or choose: To location The mobile phone coverage on the Stuart Highway/Lasseter Highway is all Telstra (patchy) and Optus in Cadney and Kulgera roadhouses. Make sure you get a picture of Glendambos famous sign, too. Second question is about temperature: I know it will be hot in december, but what does actually hot means? The distance between cities of Northern Territory (Australia) is calculated in kilometers (kms), miles and nautical miles. I will have a back up car that will hopefully come to look for me should my little 89 year old rocket spit her dummy along the way.
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