South Australia

Carpool and rideshare across Adelaide

Adelaide is the easiest capital to drive in, but fuel still isn't cheap and interstate runs to Melbourne, Alice Springs, and the Riverland are long. RideMates connects you with drivers heading the same way so you can split the cost on the South Eastern Freeway, the Port Wakefield Road, and every weekend trip to the Barossa.

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Popular routes

Rides out of Adelaide

The routes drivers post most often. Tap through for live pricing, stops, and what to expect.

Adelaide

to Melbourne

725 km7h 30m
Typical seat: $45 to $63

Adelaide

to Barossa Valley

70 km1h
Typical seat: $12 to $14

Adelaide

to Mount Gambier

435 km5h
Typical seat: $26 to $38

Adelaide

to Victor Harbor

84 km1h 15m
Typical seat: $12 to $14

Adelaide

to Port Lincoln

646 km7h
Typical seat: $40 to $56

Adelaide

to Alice Springs

1533 km16h
Typical seat: $98 to $132

Why Adelaide

Built for the way Adelaide moves

Barossa and McLaren Vale, split three ways

Wine country day trips are a RideMates staple in Adelaide. Nobody wants to be the designated driver, so grab a seat with someone who actually wants to drive.

Adelaide to Melbourne, done right

Rex and Jetstar are fine, but a RideMates from Adelaide to Melbourne is usually half the price and drops you in the city proper. No airport transfer required.

Festival season coverage

WOMADelaide, Groovin the Moo, Beyond the Valley. Drivers post rides into and out of every major SA festival.

Coverage

Rides from every corner of Adelaide

Drivers post rides from across Adelaide and surrounding suburbs, including:

GlenelgNorwoodNorth AdelaideUnleyPort AdelaideProspectMawson LakesMount BarkerElizabethSalisbury

FAQ

Adelaide carpooling questions

How do I find a carpool in Adelaide?

Open the RideMates app, enter your pickup suburb and destination, and pick a date. You'll see every driver heading that way, along with their rating, car, and price per seat.

How much is a rideshare from Adelaide to Melbourne?

Adelaide to Melbourne carpools typically cost $46 to $62 per seat. The drive takes around 7h 30m and drivers often split it with a short stop in Keith or Tailem Bend.

Can I catch a ride to the Barossa Valley?

Yes. Barossa Valley is one of the most popular short routes in Adelaide. Short-distance rides typically hit the $10 minimum driver seat price, so passengers pay around $12 per seat.

Is RideMates safe?

Yes. Drivers can verify their identity with a government ID and selfie. You can see ratings and reviews from past passengers before you book, and all payments are secured through Stripe.

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