How to travel from Port Augusta to Bathurst, Australia
The distance between Port Augusta and Bathurst is around 2,329km (1,447 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 30m.
6 routes found
We've found 6 different ways to get from Port Augusta to Bathurst by bus, 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 Bathurst → Port Augusta if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Plane
Take the bus to Whyalla then fly from Whyalla (WYA) to Albany (ALH).
- Duration6h 30m
- Flight time5h 20m
- Typical costA$1,250($840)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Adelaide then take the train to Perth then take the bus to Proudlove Pde Transwa Albany.
- Duration2 days 17h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costA$660($445)
Multiple operators
Drive
Drive to Campbell Rd After Bathhurst St.
- Duration23h 40m
- Distance2,329km (1,447 miles)
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Port Augusta and Bathurst
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Port Augusta to Bathurst by bus, plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around A$660 ($445) and will take around 2 days 17h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 6h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$1,250 ($840).
The distance between Port Augusta and Bathurst is around 2,329km (1,447 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,107km (688 miles)
It takes around 6h 30m to get from Port Augusta and Bathurst by bus and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 23h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Port Augusta to Bathurst is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 30m and will set you back approx A$1,250 ($840).
The cheapest way to travel between Port Augusta and Bathurst, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around A$660 ($445) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Port Augusta and Bathurst. We recommend that you take the bus to Whyalla then fly from Whyalla (WYA) to Albany (ALH). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Port Augusta and Bathurst. We recommend that you take the bus to Whyalla then fly from Whyalla (WYA) to Albany (ALH). instead which will take 6h 30m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Port Augusta to Bathurst. We recommend that you take the bus to Whyalla then fly from Whyalla (WYA) to Albany (ALH). instead which will take 6h 30m.
The closest major airport to Bathurst is Orange Airport (OAG) (OAG) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Bathurst. Sydney Airport (SYD) (SYD) and Canberra International Airport (CBR) (CBR) 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 Port Augusta and Bathurst. The distance is around 2,329km (1,447 miles) by road and it will take around 23h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Port Augusta to Bathurst is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 30m and will usually cost around A$1,250 ($840).
Compare travel optionsbetween Port Augusta and Bathurst
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 3 similar | 6h 30m | A$1,250($840) | twice daily | 2,813km (1,748 miles) |
| Bus to Adelaide, Fly | 9h 20m | A$1,215($815) | twice daily | 2,835km (1,762 miles) |
| Bus to Port Lincoln, Fly | 10h 15m | A$1,065($715) | 3 times a week | 3,137km (1,949 miles) |
| Bus to Whyalla, plane | 11h 45m | A$1,035($700) | once daily | 2,859km (1,777 miles) |
Bus and Train | 2 days 17h | A$660($445) | once a week | 3,406km (2,116 miles) |
Drive | 23h 40m | A$440($295) | on demand | 2,329km (1,447 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Port Augusta and Bathurst
Airlines
Qantas
Regional Express
Virgin Australia
Alliance Airlines
Bus companies
Stateliner
Transwa
Train operators
Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific
Airports near Bathurst
The following major airports near Bathurst offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Australia and internationally.
Orange Airport (OAG)
- Distance
- 42km (26 miles) from Bathurst
Sydney Airport (SYD)
- Distance
- 159km (99 miles) from Bathurst
Canberra International Airport (CBR)
- Distance
- 214km (133 miles) from Bathurst