How to travel from Port Lincoln to Whyalla, Australia

The distance between Port Lincoln and Whyalla is around 267km (166 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 60m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Port Lincoln to Whyalla by bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Fly

Fly from Port Lincoln (PLO) to Whyalla (WYA).

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    A$305($205)
Operated by

Regional Express

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Bus

Take the bus to Whyalla.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$130($89)
Operated by

Stateliner

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Drive

Drive to Whyalla.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance267km (166 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Port Lincoln and Whyalla

There are several options for getting from Port Lincoln to Whyalla by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around A$130 ($89) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 60m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately A$305 ($205).

The distance between Port Lincoln and Whyalla is around 267km (166 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 246km (153 miles)

It takes around 3h 45m to get from Port Lincoln and Whyalla by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Port Lincoln to Whyalla is to fly which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx A$305 ($205).

The cheapest way to travel between Port Lincoln and Whyalla, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around A$130 ($89) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Port Lincoln and Whyalla. We recommend that you fly from Port Lincoln (PLO) to Whyalla (WYA). instead which will take 1h 60m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Port Lincoln and Whyalla. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Port Lincoln to Whyalla. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Whyalla. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 3h 45m.

Stateliner run regular bus services between Port Lincoln and Whyalla. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 3h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Port Lincoln and Whyalla. Flights depart from Port Lincoln (PLO) and arrive at Whyalla (WYA) - via Adelaide (ADL). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Port Lincoln to Whyalla. There is however a flight that goes via Adelaide (ADL). This services will take at least 1h 60m (not including layover time).

The flight from Port Lincoln to Whyalla typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Port Lincoln (PLO) 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 Port Lincoln and Whyalla. The distance is around 267km (166 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Port Lincoln to Whyalla is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 45m and will usually cost around A$130 ($89).

How do I get from Port Lincoln to Whyalla

Compare travel optionsbetween Port Lincoln and Whyalla

Transport options from Port Lincoln to Whyalla
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 60m
A$305($205)
on demand496km (308 miles)
Bus
3h 45m
A$130($89)
3 times a week303km (189 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
A$51($34)
on demand267km (166 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