Planning a road trip from Adelaide (SA) to Alice Springs (NT)? Travel the outback in a one-way campervan rental.
Use our comparison tool above to check prices and availability on campervan rentals from multiple suppliers.
You can also rent a camper in the opposite direction: from Alice Springs to Adelaide
Not all vehicles may be available. Use the search tool to check availability for your travel dates.
This route from Adelaide to Alice Springs is approximately 2,070 km and will take you through the heart of the outback and Australia’s Red Centre.
It is possible to shorten the trip by skipping Uluru and heading straight into Alice springs. However, Uluru or Ayers Rock is considered a must-see by many when visiting the area.
Distance: 300-320 km
Estimated driving time: 3.5-4h
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Distance: 540 km
Estimated driving time: 5.5-6h
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Distance: 490km
Estimated driving time: 5h
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Distance: 270 km
Estimated driving time: 3h
Popular attractions:
Distance: 470 km
Estimated driving time: 5h
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Campervan rental companies may charge a one-way rental fee. If there is such a fee we will include it in the rental price listed in our comparison tool.
Yes - simply use the search tool at the top of this page to check availability.
Free camping is only permitted at designated areas, and overnight parking is generally prohibited.
Some popular campsites in Adelaide include Brighton Caravan Park, Discovery Parks Adelaide Beachfront and Levi Park Caravan Park.
Adelaide is a great base for a campervan holiday, with many road trip destinations to explore in South Australia:
Yes, while most rental companies restrict travel on unsealed roads, an exception is often made for well-maintained, recognized roads on Kangaroo Island for both 2WD and 4WD campers.
In order to get to Kangaroo Island, you will need to book a ferry; please note that this is the responsibility of the renter. Check with your rental supplier to see if any further restrictions apply.
Yes, generally unlimited kilometres are included for standard vehicle rentals in Australia. Limits are placed on some types of vehicles, e.g. 4x4 campers. The comparison tool will show you whether your preferred vehicle has unlimited or restricted kilometres.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.