The route at a glance
The Adelaide–Mount Gambier corridor.
Adelaide to Mount Gambier is a 440-kilometre southbound run along the Princes Highway through the Coorong, Kingston SE and Millicent. Stateliner and LinkSA both run scheduled services taking around 6 hours. Mount Gambier is the regional hub for the Limestone Coast and the gateway to the Great Ocean Road from the South Australian side.
Typical calling points
- AdelaideSA
- CrafersSA
- Mount BarkerSA
- Murray BridgeSA
- Tailem BendSA
- CoomandookSA
- CoonalpynSA
- Mount GambierSA
Typical stops on this corridor. Actual calling points vary by operator and service.
Journey essentials
- Onboard
- Toilet
- Luggage
- 1 × 40kg checked bag
Compare operators
Who runs this route.
Stateliner
Toilet40kg luggageBookon StatelinerFrom$90Services
Depart Arrive Runs 8:45 AM 3:15 PM Daily 8:45 AM 3:30 PM Daily 8:45 AM 4:00 PM Daily 10:00 AM 5:10 PM Daily 12:15 PM 7:00 PM Daily
Fares are indicative. Live pricing may vary by date and availability. AusBus earns a small commission on some bookings at no extra cost to you.
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Travel tips
What to know before you go.
Mid-week departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are typically cheaper than Friday afternoon or Sunday services. Booking three to four days ahead is usually enough outside school holidays. Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before departure. Most operators begin boarding 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time and won't hold the coach for late passengers. Check the operator's luggage policy before you travel. Most include one checked bag (40 kg) and one carry-on, but allowances vary by carrier and additional bags usually attract a fee.
Route FAQs
Adelaide to Mount Gambier, answered.
- Around 6 hours and 45 minutes for a typical scheduled service. Travel time can vary by 30 minutes or more depending on the operator, the number of intermediate stops, and traffic on the day.
- The coach route is about 435 kilometres. The coach covers it in around 6 hours and 45 minutes, allowing for stops.
- Fares start from around $90 one-way. Booking three to four days ahead usually gets you the lowest fare. Same-day bookings on long-haul corridors can run double the advance-purchase price during school holidays.
- Stateliner operates services on this route. Use the operator comparison above to see which suits your travel date, budget and preferences for amenities like Wi-Fi, USB charging and onboard toilets.
- Yes. Stateliner runs a direct service on this corridor, so you can travel Adelaide to Mount Gambier without changing coaches. Check the timetable above for current departure times.
- Services on this route offer an onboard toilet. Amenities vary by operator and vehicle, so check the specific service when you book.
- Last-minute seats are sometimes available, but never guaranteed, particularly on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and during school holidays. Booking online a few days ahead is strongly recommended and almost always cheaper.
- Most operators include one checked bag (up to 40 kg) and one carry-on bag in the ticket price. Additional bags usually attract a fee. Check the specific operator's luggage policy at the time of booking.
Keep going
Onward from Mount Gambier.
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