[5] Have a loo break. Distance from Alice Springs to other cities. Thats great Amanda. So here are just a few of my favourites: Historical places fascinate me a lot, you'll find plenty of them in Alice. ALSO READ: Driving from Alice Springs to Uluru which describes in detail this section of the journey. Antipode: 23.69748,-46.11638 It's a straight slog up the Stuart Highway from the last roadhouse . Driving north from South Australia, take the Stuart Highway from Adelaide through Coober Pedy into the Northern Territory. , Epic trip to Uluru - travelling with 3 kids Comments like yours make all the hours we put in with the website worthwhile. Over the years we have assisted people who have found themselves in trouble from simple breakdowns to vehicle roll overs, Will be on our way again after covid [19] is finally beaten, cheers and keep safe from Eric and family 12/04/2020. What a great read and wealth of information! I will be driving diesel engine Range Rover Evoque.I have two questions 1. is diesel fuel available at all service stations/roadhouses? Much appreciated, if so. Along the way, explore Coober Pedy, the Keep an eye out for horses along this section and as you enter the small hills along the way. Closures will occur between September 8th and October 5th 2019. Open all Barkly Highway Victoria Highway Contact For more information, email assetinformation.dipl@nt.gov.au Last updated: 21 June 2022 Give feedback about this page. Thankyou. The Roadhouse has a very large motel-style accommodation area, and a camping/caravan ground at the rear. We are thinking of doing a trip to Alice Springs in our little holden 4door hatch and wondered if it would make thetrip from Gawler to the Alice without any problems. Alice Springs, the Alice, or just Alice, these are the common names for the city in the heart of central Australia. I will scamper off the road if possible to avoid risk to myself and to my little car called Rita. Finally, after a long drive along the Stuart Highway, you'll arrive in the largest town of central Australia. Distance: 255km Driving time: 3 hours. However, a more interesting (and attractive) place to visit and stay is located 6km up the road at Woomera. Stuart surveyed the region west of Lake Eyre on his second and Thanks in advance! I have to reach Darwin by 28th March. Could you give me an idea of cost and how long the trip would take? Hi there, the driving times are worked out approximately on 100kph so given this distance is a little over 700km, yes, it is possible. Sounds like you saw plenty of wildlife, and the Eagles are always special to see. Thks reach Coober Pedy. We enjoyed Alice Springs so much on our first trip that we stayed and worked there until our kids finished schooling. Marla is actually a small village, with a couple of dusty streets, a police station and a mechanical repairs workshop (they only do very basic repairs, however). You have helped us decide our travel plans. 2110km. Ive never been out there, so I cant say what the road is like. Oak. Calculate the amount of petrol you need for the journey and how much it will cost you. As a rule, if you are worried, fill up your fuel tank at EVERY opportunity and youll be fine. In June 2014, I drove from Alice Springs to Port Pirie in one day and then back to Alice Springs after staying a day in Port Pirie. My brother and sister-in-law are coming over from South Africa next year and were making the big trek to see the magnificence of Uluru in June. So far have a 2-week NSW train pass route planned. I am Driving a Mazda 6 towing a Jayco Camper and my Fuel consumption is not the best when towing. Ive stayed at Glendambo quite a few times over the years (most recently in January 2014). Is Toyota Yaris seden ok for that trip. It seems like the only available car company who offer this is Hertz. We say this to you: SLOW DOWN. But for a real trip, there can be plenty of differences so go ahead and check the reverse directions to get the distance from Alice Springs to Gold Coast, or go to the main page to calculate the distance between cities. An interesting side trip is to Roxby Downs and Andamooka however, we recommend doing this as an overnight trip. Leaving from Adelaide on Tuesday. We are looking at doing this drive in a Ford Fairlane Ghia (Auto Sedan) in September 2018 (2 adults, and a girl aged 16, and boy aged 12) whats your thoughts ?? . Launch map view Distance: 603.7 km Duration: 20h 58m Want to know more about travelling around Australia This is going to be a big help I feel. If youre interested in learning more about this, please watch the DVD Benny and the Dreamers. On this route you'll also have access to Chambers Pillar, Although you can drive from Port Augusta to Alice in one day, trust me when I say that its a very LOOOONG day! I have a Toyota Camry Hybrid 2012. Ironically, many Aboriginal people Ive worked with in the west of the Northern Territory and into Western Australia remember being moved out of their traditional lands in the 1950s, 60s and even the early 70s, as rockets tested here at Woomera were fired into what were then considered unpopulated areas of Australia. Hi Amanda Thank you so much for your valuable information. You will see them on this drive. Erldunda is the turnoff to Uluru Ayers Rock, so if youre heading that way along the Lasseter Highway, please read THIS ITINERARY for another detailed trip description. However must say Coober Pedy was not our thing! Would I do it again? If we will drive along the mainroad, do you foresee possible dangers or is it a quite, easy long drive and we must just care about fuel and water? Enjoy your travels. Mobile phone coverage: Telstra reception is available all the way. Fly direct to Darwin, Alice Springs and Uluru from most capital cities. You can From Roxby Downs, the Borefield road connects with the famous Oodnadatta Track. Im currently in South Australia, but if Im back in Alice, Ill send you an email. Luckily I was concentrating and had enough time to stop for them. There are quite a few alternative stops along the way but of course this is up to you. Enjoy your trip. Distance: 235kmDriving time: 2 hours 50 minutes*If you haven't taken the Oodnadatta Track route from Coober Pedy, you have a short drive from Port Augusta today also. Im so looking forward to my trip next May! (Shouldve known!! If youre not in a hurry, then my advice is to break the trip and spend a couple of days in and around Coober Pedy. Do you think this is should be done during the winter months or would you recommend breaking the journey into two? Facilities: Wide range of budget accommodation, from cabins to bunkhouse and caravan/camping facilities. It is great that you have provided information about phone coverage (or lack thereof). The terrain also begins to change. . Save your money and do a mine tour in Coober Pedy. We had to drive straight back from Alice and I thought the Stuart Highway would be long and boring but it certainly wasnt. My biggest concern is how hot will it be and what effect will this have on tyres. Hoping to get to finally do our road trip in the coming weeksfingers crossed! $2,980 - $3,300. Thinking of the nights in a campervan and also the swimming holes we would want to explore. Keep an eye out for them in spring especially, when youll see daddy emus with their chicks (the mums only lay the eggs, the dads care for the young. Stop and get out of your car every 2 hours. Located 275km south of Alice Springs, Kulgera is the name of both a town and an ancient outcrop of granite rocks. Maps of the Red Centre covering Alice Springs, Tennant Creek, Uluru and Kings . Would start at Port Augusta then past Alice Springs heading back to Queensland. Kind regards. Walk around the complex, see the Central Australia Railway line, breathe Think the temperatures ranged from 25 [Adelaide] to 40 and were surprised how well we coped both being in our 60s and from NZ. Length: 1202 km (South Australia Border to Alice Springs: 294 km) Northern Terminus: Carpentaria Highway (NR1) at Daly Waters Southern Terminus: SA Border, 20 km south of Kulgera Roadhouse Miscellaneous: Continues as A1 (Stuart Highway) to Darwin and continues as A87 in South Australia From location or choose: To location Unless youve got a 4WD, stick to the Stuart Highway. Would you recommend renting a campervan or a car (+ hotel)? As my car is slower than the usual modern cars I will be watching the rear view mirror for road trains that might want to overtake. Free roadside campsites: Wikicamps shows you EVERY free & secret campsite. That will depend on the size of your fuel tank. I am a bit concerned about the heat, will it be too hot to drive and visit Uluru during that time? Can you help me by providing me some information ? parts. The camping area is dirt but it is quiet and away from the highway. Its about 11-12 hours of driving in total. Turn right onto the Stuart Highway and say goodbye to traffic lights and bends. Stay until late Given the remote locations and the public holidays, Im concerned Ill be nearing the end of my range only to find that the ma & pa service station/grocer is closed due to the long weekend. The mobile phone coverage on the Stuart Highway/Lasseter Highway is all Telstra (patchy) and Optus in Cadney and Kulgera roadhouses. Set off from Alice Springs as you embark on your last full day in the Northern Territory. as a worker's camp for the Transcontinental Railway in the early 20th It would not be too hot to drive but hot weather places a little more strain on your vehicle. Both I and my husband cannot get over how well you have put all this together so well! I hope your wife can drive too as you will be very tired with all this driving. The Marla to Alice Springs drive covers a distance of 454km in a driving time of around 4h41m. Whichever route you choose, the Explorers Way takes you from the Whilst youll be driving on the Stuart Highway an excellent and mainly straight road, youre driving in the Australian outback for most of this journey, youll need to do a few simple things to stay safe: If youre worried about breaking down, please read MY experience of breaking down on this road as a solo woman traveller. Also, cant decide if we should take a campervan or just a 4WD and stay along the way. Just one question: Do the fuel stations carry 95 LPG or higher? My partner has limited knowledge of driving in the Outback so this is just what I needed to warn him about trying to drive too far in a day. Regarding water, I strongly recommend carrying 10-20 litres no matter where youre travelling in the outback, even if youre not camping. Established Every now and then you'll see low ranges on the horizon. stop at the Stuarts Well Roadhouse to enjoy some real Australian Outback Thank you for writing up this article, its a wealth of knowledge for people planning a trip through this amazing part of the country. [5] There is not much to see on the border, apart from a small "Welcome Heading north, youll come to a number of small towns, such as: Youll pass the turnoffs for the Yorke Peninsula (Kadina/Wallaroo), Port Pirie and the Flinders Ranges along the way as well. Or I just need to know how many jerry cans to carry to make it through the longest stint without 95. Jatin. Its worth a visit to see some of the rockets and for the fascinating visitors centre, which has detailed displays on the weapons testing programs there. Here the terrain begins to become more like what I think of as central Australian: youll see Witchetty Bushes, Mulga, Ironwoods, Corkwoods, low ranges and little dry creek beds. noon it is worth to do the detour. I did this trip in 2006 Except my trip was Darwin to Adelaide with a few side trips to Kakadu, Nitmiluk and Uluru. The total distance to Darwin is 2711 km. Maybe next time Ill brave the smaller towns and take more timethis time we wanted a good week in Alice to spend with my brother, wife and little niece.
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