The Ghan is one of Australia's most iconic long-distance trains, running from Adelaide to Darwin through the red centre of Australia — covering 2,979 km in approximately 54 hours. Operated by Journey Beyond, it passes through Alice Springs (the Outback's main town) and has been running since 1929. Named after the Afghan cameleers who pioneered the route, it offers Gold, Platinum, and a Discovery Pass.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adelaide Parklands Terminal Adelaide | Start | 12:20 |
| 2 | Alice Springs Alice Springs | 13:30 (+1d) | 14:00 (+1d) |
| 3 | Darwin Berrimah Terminal Darwin | 17:30 (+2d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Australia railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
The Ghan is one of Australia's most iconic long-distance trains, running from Adelaide to Darwin through the red centre of Australia — covering 2,979 km in approximately 54 hours. Operated by Journey Beyond, it passes through Alice Springs (the Outback's main town) and has been running since 1929. Named after the Afghan cameleers who pioneered the route, it offers Gold, Platinum, and a Discovery Pass.
The train runs on Sun. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 53h 10m.
Available travel classes include Holiday, Gold Kangaroo, Platinum. Fares start from AUD 580 for Holiday.
Book The Ghan tickets at journeybeyondrail.com.au, the official Journey Beyond portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book The Ghan tickets at journeybeyondrail.com.au, the official Journey Beyond portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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