Perth to Bunbury
Perth to Bunbury is a 175 km drive south down the Kwinana Freeway and Forrest Highway, around 2 hours. The gateway to the south west and a common weekend escape.
Distance
175 km
Drive time
2h
Seat from
$12
Cost comparison
Perth to Bunbury, every which way
Carpool
$12 to $15
per seat on RideMates
Flight
Not practical
plus bags and transfers
Bus
$30 to $55 on Transwa or SouthWest Coach Lines
slower, more stops
Drive solo
around $46 in fuel
fuel and wear, before tolls
Why RideMates
Why carpool this route?
South-west weekend runs
Plenty of drivers continue from Bunbury to Busselton, Margaret River, and Dunsborough. Easy connection south.
Mandurah stops
Most drivers will stop at Mandurah for pickups or drop-offs. Cheaper than the Transwa train for Mandurah commuters.
Cheaper than Transwa
Transwa Bunbury trains are $30+ and infrequent. A carpool is cheaper and runs when people actually travel.
On the way
Common stops between Perth and Bunbury
Most drivers take a break somewhere along the route. Some will drop passengers off here too.
FAQ
Perth to Bunbury questions
How much is a Perth to Bunbury carpool?
Typical seats are $12 to $15 per seat, cheaper than the train.
How long is the drive?
About 2 hours via the Kwinana Freeway and Forrest Highway.
Can I continue to Busselton or Margaret River?
Many drivers heading through Bunbury continue south. Look for rides posted with multiple destinations.
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