How to travel from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie, Australia

The distance between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie is around 3,414km (2,121 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 9h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie by plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Newcastle (NTL) to Kalgoorlie (KGI).

  • Duration9h 30m
  • Flight time8h 15m
  • Typical cost
    A$4,020($2,705)
Operated by

Virgin Australia

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Train

Take the train to Central Station then Perth and then to Kalgoorlie Stn Transwa Kalgoorlie.

  • Duration3 days 13h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    A$865($580)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Drive

Drive to Kalgoorlie.

  • Duration1 day 11h
  • Distance3,414km (2,121 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie

There are several options for getting from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie by plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around A$865 ($580) and will take around 3 days 13h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 9h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$4,020 ($2,705).

The distance between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie is around 3,414km (2,121 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,863km (1,779 miles)

It takes around 9h 30m to get from Newcastle and Kalgoorlie by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 11h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie is to fly which takes around 9h 30m and will set you back approx A$4,020 ($2,705).

The cheapest way to travel between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around A$865 ($580) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie. It typically takes around 3 days 13h and departs once a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Central Station, Perth and East Perth Stn Platform 2. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 3 days 13h.

Transport for NSW, Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific and Transwa run train services between Newcastle and Kalgoorlie. Trains depart once a week and will take around 3 days 13h, 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 Newcastle and Kalgoorlie. We recommend that you fly from Newcastle (NTL) to Kalgoorlie (KGI). instead which will take 9h 30m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Newcastle and Kalgoorlie. Flights depart from Newcastle (NTL) and arrive at Kalgoorlie (KGI) - via Brisbane (BNE). The flight takes around 8h 15m.

There is no direct flight from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie. There is however a flight that goes via Brisbane (BNE) and Perth (PER). This services will take at least 9h 30m (not including layover time).

The flight from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie typically takes around 8h 15m. Flights depart from Newcastle (NTL) and and arrive into Kalgoorlie (KGI).

The closest major airport to Kalgoorlie is Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI) (KGI) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Kalgoorlie. Esperance Airport (EPR) (EPR) and Perth Airport (PER) (PER) 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 Newcastle and Kalgoorlie. The distance is around 3,414km (2,121 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 Newcastle to Kalgoorlie is to fly which takes, on average, 9h 30m and will usually cost around A$4,020 ($2,705).

How do I get from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie

Compare travel optionsbetween Newcastle and Kalgoorlie

Transport options from Newcastle to Kalgoorlie
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
9h 30m
A$4,020($2,705)
every 3 hours4,788km (2,975 miles)
Train and Plane9h 30m
A$1,445($970)
every 3 hours3,999km (2,485 miles)
Train
3 days 13h
A$865($580)
once a week4,769km (2,963 miles)
Drive
1 day 11h
A$645($435)
on demand3,414km (2,121 miles)

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Airports near Kalgoorlie

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

KGI
Kalgoorlie Airport (KGI)
Domestic Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Kalgoorlie
EPR
Esperance Airport (EPR)
Domestic Airport
Distance
328km (204 miles) from Kalgoorlie
PER
Perth Airport (PER)
International Airport
Distance
540km (335 miles) from Kalgoorlie