How to travel from Albany to Alice Springs, Australia
The distance between Albany and Alice Springs is around 2,379km (1,478 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 15m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Albany to Alice Springs by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Alice Springs → Albany if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Albany (ALH) to Alice Springs (ASP).
- Duration4h 15m
- Flight time3h 50m
- Typical costA$660($445)
Regional Express
+ 3 othersBus and Train
Take the bus to Armadale Stn Transwa Armadale then take the train to Adelaide Parklands then take the bus to Alice Springs.
- Duration2 days 23h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$945($635)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Drive
Drive to Alice Springs.
- Duration1 day 11h
- Distance3,551km (2,207 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Albany and Alice Springs
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Albany to Alice Springs by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around A$660 ($445) and will take around 4h 15m.
The distance between Albany and Alice Springs is around 2,379km (1,478 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,993km (1,238 miles)
It takes around 4h 15m to get from Albany and Alice Springs by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Albany to Alice Springs is to fly which takes around 4h 15m and will set you back approx A$660 ($445).
The cheapest way to travel between Albany and Alice Springs, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around A$660 ($445) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Albany and Alice Springs. We recommend that you fly from Albany (ALH) to Alice Springs (ASP). instead which will take 4h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Albany and Alice Springs. We recommend that you fly from Albany (ALH) to Alice Springs (ASP). instead which will take 4h 15m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Albany and Alice Springs. Flights depart from Albany (ALH) and arrive at Alice Springs (ASP) - via Perth (PER). The flight takes around 3h 50m.
There is no direct flight from Albany to Alice Springs. There is however a flight that goes via Perth (PER). This services will take at least 4h 15m (not including layover time).
The flight from Albany to Alice Springs typically takes around 3h 50m. Flights depart from Albany (ALH) and and arrive into Alice Springs (ASP).
The closest major airport to Alice Springs is Alice Springs Airport (ASP) (ASP) which is approximately 12km (7 miles) from Alice Springs. Connellan Airport (AYQ) (AYQ) and Mount Isa Airport (ISA) (ISA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Albany and Alice Springs. The distance is around 3,551km (2,207 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 11h in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Albany to Alice Springs is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 15m and will usually cost around A$660 ($445).
Compare travel optionsbetween Albany and Alice Springs
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 4h 15m | A$660($445) | on demand | 2,379km (1,478 miles) |
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 2 days 23h | A$945($635) | once a week | 4,615km (2,867 miles) |
| Bus to Armadale Stn Transwa Armadale, train | 3 days 4h | A$1,190($800) | once a week | 4,630km (2,877 miles) |
Drive | 1 day 11h | A$470($315) | on demand | 3,551km (2,207 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Albany and Alice Springs
Airlines
Regional Express
Qantas
Virgin Australia
Bus companies
TransWA
Train operators
Great Southern Rail - Indian Pacific
Great Southern Rail - The Ghan
Airports near Alice Springs
The following major airports near Alice Springs offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Alice Springs Airport (ASP)
- Distance
- 12km (7 miles) from Alice Springs
Connellan Airport (AYQ)
- Distance
- 338km (210 miles) from Alice Springs
Mount Isa Airport (ISA)
- Distance
- 669km (415 miles) from Alice Springs