How to travel from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland, Australia

The distance between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland is around 1,425km (886 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 5m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Port HedlandKalgoorlie if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Kalgoorlie (KGI) to Port Hedland (PHE).

  • Duration4h 5m
  • Flight time3h 20m
  • Typical cost
    A$1,160($780)
Operated by

Qantas

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Bus

Take the bus to Transwa Bay Transwa Esperance, Great Eastern Hwy Transwa Sawyers Valley then Transwa Bay Transwa Wubin and then to Port Hedland Visitor Centre.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$375($250)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Northam Stn Transwa Northam then take the bus to Park Dr Transwa Dalwallinu and then to Port Hedland Visitor Centre.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$335($225)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Port Hedland.

  • Duration17hrs
  • Distance1,425km (886 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland

There are several options for getting from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around A$335 ($225) and will take around 1 day 1h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,160 ($780).

The distance between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland is around 1,425km (886 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,196km (743 miles)

It takes around 4h 5m to get from Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 17hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland is to fly which takes around 4h 5m and will set you back approx A$1,160 ($780).

The cheapest way to travel between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around A$335 ($225) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland. We recommend that you fly from Kalgoorlie (KGI) to Port Hedland (PHE). instead which will take 4h 5m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland. It typically takes around 1 day 11h and departs once a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Transwa Bay Transwa Esperance, Great Eastern Hwy Transwa Sawyers Valley and Transwa Bay Transwa Wubin. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 1 day 11h.

Transwa and Integrity Coach Lines run regular bus services between Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland. Buses run once a week and take around 1 day 11h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland. Flights depart from Kalgoorlie (KGI) and arrive at Port Hedland (PHE) - via Perth (PER). The flight takes around 3h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland. There is however a flight that goes via Perth (PER). This services will take at least 4h 5m (not including layover time).

The flight from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland typically takes around 3h 20m. Flights depart from Kalgoorlie (KGI) and and arrive into Port Hedland (PHE).

The closest major airport to Port Hedland is Port Hedland International Airport (PHE) (PHE) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Port Hedland. Karratha Airport (KTA) (KTA) and Barimunya Airport (BYP) (BYP) 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 Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland. The distance is around 1,425km (886 miles) by road and it will take around 17hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around A$1,160 ($780).

How do I get from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland

Compare travel optionsbetween Kalgoorlie and Port Hedland

Transport options from Kalgoorlie to Port Hedland
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 5m
A$1,160($780)
every 3 hours1,870km (1,162 miles)
Bus
1 day 11h
A$375($250)
once a week2,700km (1,678 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
1 day 1h
A$335($225)
once a week2,100km (1,305 miles)
Train to Midland Stn Transwa Midland, Bus1 day 12h
A$385($260)
4 times a week2,758km (1,714 miles)
Drive
17hrs
A$270($180)
on demand1,425km (886 miles)

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Airports near Port Hedland

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

PHE
Port Hedland International Airport (PHE)
International Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Port Hedland
KTA
Karratha Airport (KTA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
194km (120 miles) from Port Hedland
BYP
Barimunya Airport (BYP)
Domestic Airport
Distance
270km (168 miles) from Port Hedland