Travel to Perth

Located in the southwest corner of Australia, Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, Australia's largest state. Set between the handsome Swan River and the 400 lush hectares of Kings Park on Mt Eliza, Perth city is synonymous with everything that is attractive about Australia. Perth is acknowledged as a beautiful, clean and friendly city and is a centre of commerce, culture, sports, shopping and entertainment. Perth is a vibrant city awaiting your discovery.

Perth is accessible by land, sky and sea through a vast network of travel options. The city and surrounds are easy to navigate with well signposted roads, an excellent public transport system and a large selection of touring options. Follow the links below to find out all there is to know about getting here and around.

By air

Perth is easily accessible by air from around Australia, overseas and from many locations within the State. Perth’s domestic and international terminals are located only 20 minutes from the heart of Perth city.

By train

Known as one of the world’s greatest train journeys, the legendary Indian Pacific rail service operated by Great Southern Rail with provide you with the trip of a lifetime. From coast to coast, this three-day trip departs from Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide and journeys through vineyards, river lands, the both amazing and expansive Nullarbor Plain and plenty more that the beautiful country of Australia has to offer.

By road

To truly appreciate how big and sparsely populated Australia’s outback is many people decide to take the journey across the country or through the state by road. There are clearly sign-posted, well marked and serviced wide roads in Western Australia’s north and south. Townships and roadhouses are also regularly spaced throughout. Speed limits are 110 kilometres per hour, and wildlife can often be sighted by the roadside.

Cruising

During summer (November to February in the southern hemisphere) Perth, along with other parts of the state feature on world cruise itineraries as part of Australian coastal cruise packages. This presents a range of opportunities to explore Western Australia by sea.

Getting to and from Perth airport

Perth Airport is a modern facility about 20 minutes away from the centre of Perth. The international and domestic terminals are easily accessible by car, taxi and bus.

Taxis

Taxis are available from both the domestic and international terminals. A taxi trip from the airport terminals to Perth city centre will take 20 to 30 minutes. The journey will cost approximately AUD30.00 – AUD40.00. Taxi ranks are located outside both the domestic and international terminals.

Swan Taxis - 13 1330 (within Australia)
Black & White Taxis - 13 1008 (within Australia)

Airport bus services

The buses meet every arrival within 45 minutes of customs clearance. This service is also available at the domestic terminal and meets each domestic arrival within 30 minutes of luggage collection.

An inter-terminal transfer bus service between the international and domestic terminals is available between 5:00 am and 5:00 pm each day to coincide with the arrival and departure of international airlines. Outside of these hours a service will operate from the domestic to the international terminal at 9:30 pm and 11:30 pm each day.

Airport shuttle services

There is an Airport-City shuttle which has pickup points conveniently located near hotels, motels and hostels in Perth, including Northbridge, the Central City, East Perth, West Perth, Mill Point Road and Great Eastern Highway. For further information about the city shuttle service call +61 8 9277 7958.

A shuttle service is also available for passengers requiring transport to Fremantle. This service operates seven days a week. For more information about the Fremantle Airport Shuttle, you can Telephone +61 8 9335 1614 or Interstate 1300 668 687.

A shuttle service is also available for passengers requiring transport to Scarborough. This service operates seven days a week. For more information about the Sunset Coast Tours call +61 8 9387 5431.