Adelaide to Port Lincoln
Adelaide to Port Lincoln on the Eyre Peninsula is 646 km via Port Augusta, around 7 hours. Seafood capital of Australia and one of the most remote regional towns still reachable by carpool.
Distance
646 km
Drive time
7h
Seat from
$40
Cost comparison
Adelaide to Port Lincoln, every which way
Carpool
$40 to $56
per seat on RideMates
Flight
$180 to $320 one way
plus bags and transfers
Bus
$130 to $170 on Premier
slower, more stops
Drive solo
around $168 in fuel
fuel and wear, before tolls
Why RideMates
Why carpool this route?
Half the price of a regional flight
Rex and QantasLink to Port Lincoln are $180+. A carpool seat is $40 to $56.
Port Augusta and Whyalla stops
Drivers usually break the trip at Port Augusta. Easy partial-trip option.
Local demand is sparse, so book early
This is a long route with fewer drivers than east-coast corridors. Book 5-7 days out for the best chance of a seat.
On the way
Common stops between Adelaide and Port Lincoln
Most drivers take a break somewhere along the route. Some will drop passengers off here too.
FAQ
Adelaide to Port Lincoln questions
How much is an Adelaide to Port Lincoln carpool?
Typical seats are $40 to $56 per seat, a fraction of the flight cost.
How long is the drive?
Around 7 hours direct via Port Augusta. Add 45 minutes for meal stops.
Are there weekly rides?
Yes but supply is thinner than east-coast corridors. Book early.
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