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Adelaide to Perth One Way Campervan Rental

Planning a road trip from Adelaide to Perth? Discover the scenic southern coastline with a one-way campervan rental. Use our comparison tool above to check prices and availability for campervan hire.

Adelaide to Perth One Way Campervan Itinerary

Day 1: Adelaide, South Australia to Port Augusta, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 310 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Attractions:

  • Wadlata Outback Centre
  • Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden
  • Water Tower Lookou

Day 2: Port Augusta to Ceduna, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 470 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 5 hours

Attractions:

  • Iron Knob (historic mining town)
  • Murphys Haystacks (unique rock formations)
  • Ceduna Arts and Cultural Centre

Day 3: Ceduna to Nullarbor, South Australia

Distance: Approximately 300 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 3.5 hours

Places of Interest:

  • Head of Bight (whale watching, seasonal)
  • Nullarbor Plain (scenic landscapes)
  • Koonalda Homestead (historic site)

Day 4: Nullarbor to Eucla, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 190 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Must-See Stops:

  • Bunda Cliffs (dramatic coastal cliffs)
  • Eucla Telegraph Station ruins
  • Eucla Sand Dunes

Day 5: Eucla to Caiguna, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 250 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 2.5 hours

Points of Interest:

  • Border Village (crossing from SA to WA)
  • Nullarbor Links Golf Course (world’s longest golf course)
  • Caiguna Blowhole

Day 6: Caiguna to Norseman, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 370 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 hours

Sights to See:

  • Balladonia Hotel and Museum
  • Fraser Range Station (historic sheep station)
  • Beacon Hill Lookout in Norseman

Day 7: Norseman to Kalgoorlie, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 190 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Attractions:

  • Super Pit Mine (massive open-cut gold mine)
  • Museum of the Goldfields
  • Broad Arrow Ghost Town

Day 8: Kalgoorlie to Southern Cross, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 190 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 2 hours

Highlights:

  • Karalee Dam and Granite Rocks
  • Southern Cross Historical Museum
  • Marvel Loch (historic mining town)

Day 9: Southern Cross to Perth, Western Australia

Distance: Approximately 370 km

Estimated Driving Time: About 4 hours

Things to Experience:

  • Wave Rock (detour via Hyden)
  • York (historic town with Victorian architecture)
  • Kings Park and Botanic Garden in Perth

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of licence do you need to hire a campervan in Adelaide?

If you’re Australian, you’ll need a full and valid class C (car) license to rent a camper in Adelaide. International tourists require an International Drivers Permit (IDP) or an English translation of a comparable car license. Under 21? Unfortunately, you won’t be able to hire a campervan in Australia. Drivers under 25 can rent a camper but must pay a young driver surcharge.

Can I take a campervan to Kangaroo Island?

Yes, while most rental companies restrict travel on unsealed roads, an exception is often made for well-maintained, recognized roads on Kangaroo Island for both 2WD and 4WD campers.

In order to get to Kangaroo Island, you will need to book a ferry; please note that this is the responsibility of the renter. Check with your rental supplier to see if any further restrictions apply.

Is campervan hire with unlimited mileage available?

Yes, generally unlimited kilometres are included for standard vehicle rentals in Australia. Limits are placed on some types of vehicles, e.g. 4x4 campers. The comparison tool will show you whether your preferred vehicle has unlimited or restricted kilometres.

Is free camping allowed?

Free camping is only permitted at designated areas, and overnight parking is generally prohibited.

Some popular campsites in Adelaide include Brighton Caravan Park, Discovery Parks Adelaide Beachfront and Levi Park Caravan Park.

Adelaide is a great base for a campervan holiday, with many road trip destinations to explore in South Australia:

  • Wine regions on the Fleurieu Peninsula, Barossa Valley and Clare Valley
  • Onkaparinga River National Park
  • Kangaroo Island
  • The Limestone Coast

Can additional drivers be added to the campervan rental agreement?

Yes, it’s standard for most companies to allow an additional driver. This driver and any others must be named on the rental agreement, and there may be a nominal fee.

Additional drivers must also hold an appropriate driver’s licence and must meet driver age requirements.

Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.