Welcome to the adventure of a lifetime! This journey transports you through the vast expanse of the outback.
It’s about a 750 km stretch between Coober Pedy and Uluru. This journey certainly isn’t for the faint-hearted, as it takes around 8-9 hours to complete by car.
Known for its opal mines and underground town, Coober Pedy offers one of the most interesting and unique experiences in outback Australia.
Driving across the outback is a great way to explore the landscape independently,
Do I need a 4WD to travel from Coober Pedy to Uluru?
No! You don’t. The roads are all sealed roads, so the journey is suitable for any and all kinds of vehicles.
If you are travelling some incredibly long distances with some off-road parts, then we advise that you get a 4WD…
The most common way to travel between Coober Pedy and Uluru is…
- Start from Coober Pedy and head onto the Sturt Highway, and keep making your way north!
- Get to Marla and turn onto the Lasseter Highway
- Keep going on this road, and you’ll get to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Things to bear in mind…
- Plan and map your whole journey
- Pack your supplies
- Bring lots and lots of water!
- Public transport in this area is largely limited. Greyhound Australia does operate some services, but it’s better to drive or take a tour