Getting around Australia
Oceania
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
No (1-2 stopovers)
Duration
22-28h with 1-2 stopovers
Indicative round-trip price
800-1500 EUR round trip
Book
4-6 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
Greyhound Australia for long distances. Multi-trip passes available.
Train
Indian Pacific (Sydney-Perth, 4 days), The Ghan (Adelaide-Darwin). Suburban trains in the cities.
Taxi
Metered taxis in all cities. Expensive.
Metro
Suburban trains in Sydney, Melbourne. Opal Card in Sydney, Myki in Melbourne.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | Melbourne | Plane | 1h30 | 50-120 EUR |
| Sydney | Cairns | Plane | 3h | 80-180 EUR |
| Melbourne | Great Ocean Road | Car | 2h | ~20 EUR fuel |
| Adelaide | Darwin | The Ghan | 54h | 400-2000 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
Not very practical
Car
30-60 EUR / day
International permit + translation
International permit : Required or strongly recommended
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Overpriced van rental
Some campervan rental agencies charge for nonexistent "damage".
Tip :Photograph the vehicle and read reviews before booking.
Practical tips
- Australia is huge — don't underestimate the distances (Sydney-Perth = 4,000 km).
- A campervan is the ideal way to road-trip the East Coast.
- Jetstar and Virgin Australia domestic flights offer attractive fares when booked early.
Other transport guides
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