How to travel from Brisbane to Whyalla, Australia

The distance between Brisbane and Whyalla is around 1,869km (1,161 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 10m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Brisbane to Whyalla by plane, bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Whyalla (WYA).

  • Duration4h 10m
  • Flight time3h 35m
  • Typical cost
    A$1,000($670)
Operated by

Qantas

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1 similiar route

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4 x bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Sydney, Albury then 85 Franklin St and then to Whyalla.

  • Duration1 day 19h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    A$450($305)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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train
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bus
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Adelaide then take the bus to Whyalla.

  • Duration3 days 3h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$80($54)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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car
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Drive

Drive to Whyalla.

  • Duration21h 55m
  • Distance2,032km (1,263 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Brisbane and Whyalla

There are several options for getting from Brisbane to Whyalla by plane, bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$80 ($54) and will take around 3 days 3h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,000 ($670).

The distance between Brisbane and Whyalla is around 1,869km (1,161 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,605km (997 miles)

It takes around 4h 10m to get from Brisbane and Whyalla by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 55m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Brisbane to Whyalla is to fly which takes around 4h 10m and will set you back approx A$1,000 ($670).

The cheapest way to travel between Brisbane and Whyalla, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$80 ($54) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Brisbane and Whyalla. We recommend that you fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Whyalla (WYA). instead which will take 4h 10m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Brisbane and Whyalla. It typically takes around 1 day 19h and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Brisbane to Whyalla. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Sydney, Albury, 85 Franklin St and Whyalla. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 19h.

Greyhound Australia, Firefly Express, V/Line and Stateliner run regular bus services between Brisbane and Whyalla. Buses run once daily and take around 1 day 19h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Brisbane and Whyalla. Flights depart from Brisbane (BNE) and arrive at Whyalla (WYA) - via Adelaide (ADL). The flight takes around 3h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Brisbane to Whyalla. There is however a flight that goes via Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 4h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Brisbane to Whyalla typically takes around 3h 35m. Flights depart from Brisbane (BNE) and and arrive into Whyalla (WYA).

The closest major airport to Whyalla is Whyalla Airport (WYA) (WYA) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Whyalla. Adelaide Airport (ADL) (ADL) and Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) (PLO) 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 Brisbane and Whyalla. The distance is around 2,032km (1,263 miles) by road and it will take around 21h 55m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Brisbane to Whyalla is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 10m and will usually cost around A$1,000 ($670).

How do I get from Brisbane to Whyalla

Compare travel optionsbetween Brisbane and Whyalla

Transport options from Brisbane to Whyalla
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
4h 10m
A$1,000($670)
every 30 mins1,869km (1,161 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 10m
A$515($345)
4 times a day1,940km (1,206 miles)
Bus
1 day 19h
A$450($305)
once daily2,979km (1,851 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3 days 3h
A$80($54)
once a week3,029km (1,882 miles)
Train, Bus and Taxi1 day 21h
A$765($515)
once a week3,059km (1,901 miles)
Drive
21h 55m
A$385($260)
on demand2,032km (1,263 miles)

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Airports near Whyalla

The following major airports near Whyalla offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.

WYA
Whyalla Airport (WYA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Whyalla
ADL
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
International Airport
Distance
229km (142 miles) from Whyalla
PLO
Port Lincoln Airport (PLO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
235km (146 miles) from Whyalla