Adelaide to Uluru: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Adelaide from Uluru?

The distance from Adelaide to Uluru is 801.1 miles (1289.2 km) as the crow flies. Uluru is located NW of Adelaide. By car, the driving distance is approximately 992 miles, taking about 18h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 7min. Both are located in Australia — Adelaide in South Australia and Uluru 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 Uluru. 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.