How to travel from Whyalla to Port Lincoln, Australia

The distance between Whyalla and Port Lincoln is around 268km (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 Whyalla to Port Lincoln 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 Port LincolnWhyalla if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

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

  • Duration1h 60m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    A$380($255)
Operated by

Regional Express

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Bus

Take the bus to Port Lincoln.

  • Duration3h 40m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    A$130($89)
Operated by

Stateliner

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Drive

Drive to Port Lincoln.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Distance268km (166 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Whyalla and Port Lincoln

There are several options for getting from Whyalla to Port Lincoln by bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around A$130 ($89) and will take around 3h 40m. 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$380 ($255).

The distance between Whyalla and Port Lincoln is around 268km (166 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 246km (153 miles)

It takes around 3h 40m to get from Whyalla and Port Lincoln by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Whyalla to Port Lincoln is to fly which takes around 1h 60m and will set you back approx A$380 ($255).

The cheapest way to travel between Whyalla and Port Lincoln, 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 Whyalla and Port Lincoln. We recommend that you fly from Whyalla (WYA) to Port Lincoln (PLO). instead which will take 1h 60m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Whyalla and Port Lincoln. It typically takes around 3h 40m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Whyalla to Port Lincoln. 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 40m.

Stateliner run regular bus services between Whyalla and Port Lincoln. Buses run 3 times a week and take around 3h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

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

There is no direct flight from Whyalla to Port Lincoln. 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 Whyalla to Port Lincoln typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Whyalla (WYA) and and arrive into Port Lincoln (PLO).

The closest major airport to Port Lincoln is Port Lincoln Airport (PLO) (PLO) which is approximately 13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln. Whyalla Airport (WYA) (WYA) and Adelaide Airport (ADL) (ADL) 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 Whyalla and Port Lincoln. The distance is around 268km (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 Whyalla to Port Lincoln is to take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around A$130 ($89).

How do I get from Whyalla to Port Lincoln

Compare travel optionsbetween Whyalla and Port Lincoln

Transport options from Whyalla to Port Lincoln
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
1h 60m
A$380($255)
on demand496km (308 miles)
Bus
3h 40m
A$130($89)
3 times a week304km (189 miles)
Drive
2h 45m
A$51($34)
on demand268km (166 miles)

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Airports near Port Lincoln

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

PLO
Port Lincoln Airport (PLO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
13km (8 miles) from Port Lincoln
WYA
Whyalla Airport (WYA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
241km (150 miles) from Port Lincoln
ADL
Adelaide Airport (ADL)
International Airport
Distance
246km (153 miles) from Port Lincoln