How Long Is Alice Springs To Uluru?

Take a journey through the Australian Red Centre.

It may come as a surprise to some, but the drive between Alice Springs and Uluru takes around five hours! You can choose to book a tour where you can relax and take a nap during the journey, or you can drive yourself and make stops along the way at places you want to see.

A tour to Uluru from Alice Springs

There are several tours that leave Alice Springs and travel to Uluru. From a day trip to a multi day tour, there’s something for everyone! The one day tour is a great option for those who don’t have a lot of time but want to visit Uluru to learn about its history and watch the sunset.

If you’ve got a few days to spare, you can choose from a three day camping tour, premium camping, or a four day tour to Uluru. All tours involve camping, but the premium camping tour offers an upgrade to safari tents at an additional cost.

I want to drive myself

So, you plan to drive yourself from Alice Springs to Uluru! There are several things you should be aware of while driving, such as wildlife that might jump onto the road, especially kangaroos, and any roadkill left behind. Adhering to the speed limit is also crucial in Australia! Once you’re mindful of these factors, here are a couple of stopovers you should consider between Alice Springs and Uluru to make the most of your drive

– Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park

Not too far from Alice Springs is Tjoritja, also known as the West MacDonnell National Park. This national park features unique plants and scenic gorges, with must see sites such as Simpsons Gap, Glen Helen, and Ellery Creek Big Hole.

– Watarrka National Park/Kings Canyon

Watarrka National Park is home to the famous Kings Canyon, a stunning area with 300 metre high sandstone walls, views across the red desert, and surprisingly lush areas. Within Kings Canyon, the Garden of Eden is a prominent spot with abundant greenery. The Garden of Eden involves a walk of about three to four hours.

– Mount Conner

Sometimes mistaken for Uluru, Mount Conner is a 500 million year old sandstone peak formation with a flat top. Although Mount Conner is about four metres shorter than Uluru, it is one kilometre longer!

Whether you opt for diving yourself or joining a tour, be prepared the drive is still a long five hours through the Aussie outback! With plenty to see along the way, nothing quite beats seeing with your own eyes just how incredible Uluru truly is, especially at sunset.

Cameron Ward

Managing Director at Sightseeing Tours Australia

Cameron Ward turned his travel passion into a thriving Australian tourism business. Before he co-founded his own business, Sightseeing Tours Australia, he was enjoying being a Melbourne tour guide. Even now, Cameron delights in helping visitors from all around the world get the most out of their incredible Australian trip. You’ll see Cameron leading tours or writing about his favourite Australian places where he shares his local insights.