How to travel from Geelong to Perth, Australia

The distance between Geelong and Perth is around 3,369km (2,093 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 7h 10m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Geelong to Perth by plane, train, bus 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 Avalon (AVV) to Perth (PER).

  • Duration7h 10m
  • Flight time6h 15m
  • Typical cost
    A$785($530)
Operated byJetstar+ 2 others
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Train

Take the train to Adelaide and then to Perth.

  • Duration2 days 3h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$740($500)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Ballarat and then to Adelaide then take the train to Perth.

  • Duration2 days 5h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$735($495)
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Perth.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Distance3,393km (2,108 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Geelong and Perth

There are several options for getting from Geelong to Perth by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$735 ($495) and will take around 2 days 5h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 7h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$785 ($530).

The distance between Geelong and Perth is around 3,369km (2,093 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,672km (1,661 miles)

It takes around 7h 10m to get from Geelong and Perth by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Geelong to Perth is to fly which takes around 7h 10m and will set you back approx A$785 ($530).

The cheapest way to travel between Geelong and Perth, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$735 ($495) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Geelong and Perth. It typically takes around 2 days 3h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Geelong to Perth. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in North Shore and Adelaide. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 3h.

PTV Overland and Great Southern Rail - Indian Pacific run train services between Geelong and Perth. Trains depart once a week and will take around 2 days 3h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Geelong and Perth. We recommend that you fly from Avalon (AVV) to Perth (PER). instead which will take 7h 10m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Geelong and Perth. Flights depart from Avalon (AVV) and arrive at Perth (PER) - via Sydney (SYD). The flight takes around 6h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Geelong to Perth. There is however a flight that goes via Sydney (SYD). This services will take at least 7h 10m (not including layover time).

The flight from Geelong to Perth typically takes around 6h 15m. Flights depart from Avalon (AVV) and and arrive into Perth (PER).

The closest major airport to Perth is Perth Airport (PER) (PER) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Perth. Busselton Airport (BQB) (BQB) and Geraldton Airport (GET) (GET) 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 Geelong and Perth. The distance is around 3,393km (2,108 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 Geelong to Perth is to fly which takes, on average, 7h 10m and will usually cost around A$785 ($530).

How do I get from Geelong to Perth

Compare travel optionsbetween Geelong and Perth

Transport options from Geelong to Perth
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
7h 10m
A$785($530)
hourly4,069km (2,528 miles)
Train
2 days 3h
A$740($500)
once a week3,401km (2,113 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
2 days 5h
A$735($495)
once a week3,369km (2,093 miles)
Train and Bus2 days 8h
A$785($530)
once a week3,557km (2,210 miles)
Drive
1 day 11h
A$450($305)
on demand3,393km (2,108 miles)

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Airports near Perth

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

PER
Perth Airport (PER)
International Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Perth
BQB
Busselton Airport (BQB)
Domestic Airport
Distance
198km (123 miles) from Perth
GET
Geraldton Airport (GET)
Domestic Airport
Distance
368km (229 miles) from Perth