Adelaide to Mount Gambier
Adelaide to Mount Gambier along the Dukes Highway and Princes Highway is 435 km, around 5 hours. The Blue Lake, limestone caves, and the gateway to western Victoria.
Distance
435 km
Drive time
5h
Seat from
$26
Cost comparison
Adelaide to Mount Gambier, every which way
Carpool
$26 to $38
per seat on RideMates
Flight
$180 to $320 one way
plus bags and transfers
Bus
$75 to $110 on Premier
slower, more stops
Drive solo
around $113 in fuel
fuel and wear, before tolls
Why RideMates
Why carpool this route?
Half the cost of Rex
Rex to Mount Gambier is $180+. A carpool seat is $26 to $38.
Tailem Bend and Keith drop-offs
Drivers usually stop at Tailem Bend or Keith for fuel and food. Easy half-trip option.
Bridge to regional Victoria
Drivers continuing to Portland or Warrnambool pass through Mount Gambier. Useful if you're heading further east.
On the way
Common stops between Adelaide and Mount Gambier
Most drivers take a break somewhere along the route. Some will drop passengers off here too.
FAQ
Adelaide to Mount Gambier questions
How much is an Adelaide to Mount Gambier carpool?
Typical seats are $26 to $38 per seat, cheaper than the bus and a fraction of the Rex fare.
How long is the drive?
About 5 hours direct. With a meal stop, around 5h 30m.
Can I catch a ride to Portland or Warrnambool?
Some drivers continue east into Victoria. Filter for those destinations specifically.
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