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Sydney to Perth One Way Motorhome Hire

Going from Sydney to Perth? Traverse the country’s vast landscapes with a one-way campervan rental. Use our comparison tool to check prices from top campervan hire companies.

Its also possible to rent a camper in the opposite direction: from Perth to Sydney.

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Sydney to Perth One Way Itinerary

Day 1: Sydney to Blue Mountains, New South Wales

Distance: Approximately 100 km (62 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours

Things to See:

  • Three Sisters rock formation at Echo Point
  • Scenic World (skyway, railway, and scenic walkway)
  • Wentworth Falls (waterfall with scenic hikes)

Day 2: Blue Mountains to Dubbo, New South Wales

Distance: Approximately 280 km (174 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Attractions Along the Way:

  • Jenolan Caves (guided tours of ancient limestone caves)
  • Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo
  • Dubbo Observatory (stargazing tours)

Day 3: Dubbo to Nyngan, New South Wales

Distance: Approximately 160 km (99 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Must-See Stops:

  • Dubbo Gaol (historic prison museum)
  • Mid-State Shearing Shed Museum in Nyngan
  • The Big Bogan (iconic outback statue in Nyngan)

Day 4: Nyngan to Cobar, New South Wales

Distance: Approximately 130 km (81 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 1.5 hours

Points of Interest:

  • Great Cobar Heritage Centre (local mining history)
  • Fort Bourke Hill Lookout and Open Cut Mine
  • Cobar Miners Memorial

Day 5: Cobar to Broken Hill, New South Wales

Distance: Approximately 460 km (286 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 5 hours

Attractions:

  • Silver City Mint and Art Centre (unique artworks)
  • Living Desert Sculptures (outdoor art installation)
  • Pro Hart Gallery (art and culture)

Day 6: Broken Hill to Port Augusta, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 400 km (249 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 4.5 hours

Places of Interest:

  • Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum
  • Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden in Port Augusta
  • Wadlata Outback Centre (outback history museum)

Day 7: Port Augusta to Coober Pedy, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 540 km (336 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 6 hours

Things to Experience:

  • Coober Pedy Opal Mines
  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
  • Breakaways Conservation Park (scenic rock formations)

Day 8: Coober Pedy to Nullarbor, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 590 km (366 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 6.5 hours

Attractions Along the Way:

  • Dingo Fence (world’s longest fence)
  • Koonalda Cave (unique Nullarbor cave system)
  • Nullarbor Roadhouse and Lookouts (scenic viewpoints)

Day 9: Nullarbor to Eucla, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 200 km (124 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Must-See Stops:

  • Bunda Cliffs (dramatic coastal cliffs)
  • Eucla Telegraph Station Ruins
  • Eucla Sand Dunes

Day 10: Eucla to Norseman, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 710 km (441 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 7.5 hours

Points of Interest:

  • Nullarbor Links Golf Course (world’s longest golf course)
  • Fraser Range Station (historic sheep station)
  • Beacon Hill Lookout in Norseman

Day 11: Norseman to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 200 km (124 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Highlights:

  • Super Pit Mine (one of the largest open-cut gold mines)
  • Museum of the Goldfields
  • Broad Arrow Ghost Town

Day 12: Kalgoorlie to Wave Rock, Hyden, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 380 km (236 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 hours

Things to See:

  • Wave Rock (natural rock formation)
  • Hippo’s Yawn (unique rock formation near Wave Rock)
  • Mulka’s Cave (Aboriginal rock art site)

Day 13: Wave Rock to Perth, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 340 km (211 miles)

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 hours

Final Stops in Perth:

  • Kings Park and Botanic Garden
  • Fremantle (historic port city with markets and museums)
  • Perth Cultural Centre (art gallery, museum, and more)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reverse the route and travel from Perth back to Sydney?

Absolutely, it's possible to reverse this route, starting in Perth and finishing in Sydney. Use the tool to compare availability and any additional fees.

What kind of licence do you need to hire a campervan in Sydney?

An Australian resident needs a valid class C (car) licence to hire a camper in Sydney. Rental companies generally won’t do business with drivers holding learners, provisional (Ps), or probationary licences.

If you’ve arrived from overseas, you’ll need an English translation of a comparable car license or an International Driver’s Permit (IDP).

Drivers must be 21 or older to rent a campervan or motorhome. Travellers under 25 can hire a vehicle but must pay a young driver surcharge.

Where can I park overnight in Sydney?

It’s recommended you stay in a holiday park or designated campsite. Free camping is not allowed in the city itself and is only allowed at designated sites throughout Australia. Most caravan parks are located away from the city centre.

Some popular campsites include: NRMA Lakeside Holiday Park, Cattai National Park Campground and Patonga Camping Ground.

If you wish to explore Sydney CBD and other city attractions like Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Bondi Beach or the Opera House, plan ahead. It's best to avoid peak traffic hours and to plan where to park ahead of time, especially if you're in a large motorhome.

Can I pick up a campervan rental around the Northern Beaches?

Currently, all the major motorhome rental brands have their Sydney branch close to Sydney Airport, on the southside.

Do I have to pay a bond (security deposit) when renting my vehicle?

When renting a vehicle, it is standard to be charged a bond (security deposit), also known as ‘excess’, which is the amount the renter is liable to cover in the event of an accident or damage to the vehicle.

The bond amount fluctuates based on the insurance package selected at the time of rental and is charged and debited on the renters’ credit or debit card.

Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.