Cost comparison
Perth to Albany, every which way
Carpool
$25 to $37
per seat on RideMates
Flight
$150 to $280 one way
plus bags and transfers
Bus
$85 to $110 on Transwa
slower, more stops
Drive solo
around $109 in fuel
fuel and wear, before tolls
Why RideMates
Why carpool this route?
Half the cost of a regional flight
Rex to Albany is $150+. A carpool is $25 to $37 per seat. Lands you in the town, not at the airport.
Long weekends are peak
ANZAC Day and school holidays fill the Albany Highway. Book early for those windows.
Drop in Mount Barker or Kojonup
Drivers usually break the trip. Easy to catch a ride to Mount Barker or Kojonup from Perth.
On the way
Common stops between Perth and Albany
Most drivers take a break somewhere along the route. Some will drop passengers off here too.
FAQ
Perth to Albany questions
How much is a Perth to Albany carpool?
Typical seats are $25 to $37 per seat, well under the cost of a regional flight or Transwa bus.
How long is the drive?
Around 4h 30m via the Albany Highway.
Are there weekday rides?
Fewer than weekends. Most rides run Friday afternoon to Albany and Sunday evening back.