Adelaide to Kakadu: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Adelaide from Kakadu?

The distance from Adelaide to Kakadu is 1568.7 miles (2524.5 km) as the crow flies. Kakadu is located NNW of Adelaide. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1859.8 miles, taking about 33h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 39min. Both are located in Australia — Adelaide in South Australia and Kakadu in Northern Territory.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Adelaide and Kakadu. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.