Things to do on an Adelaide to Perth Roadtrip

Leave the city behind and head toward wide-open spaces.

Things to see & do:

• Coastal towns like Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay

• Fresh seafood and oyster farms

• National parks with cliff-top views

• Wildlife spotting (kangaroos, emus, sea lions)

Accommodation options:

• Holiday parks and cabins

• Motels in Port Lincoln or Ceduna

• Country pubs and budget lodges

Now the real adventure begins.

Things to see & do:

• Ceduna, the gateway to the Nullarbor

• Iconic roadhouses and long straight roads

• Bunda Cliffs for epic ocean views

• Sunsets that stretch forever

Accommodation options:

• Roadhouse rooms

• Caravan park cabins

• Free or low-cost rest areas (where permitted)

Cross the WA border and explore the Goldfields.

Things to see & do:

• Historic Kalgoorlie

• Outback pubs and mining heritage

• Vast red-earth landscapes

Accommodation options:

• Motels and hotels in Kalgoorlie

• Station stays

• Budget mining town accommodation

This leg delivers one of the trip’s biggest highlights.

Things to see & do:

• Esperance’s white sand beaches

• Cape Le Grand National Park

• Lucky Bay (kangaroos on the beach)

• Coastal drives and granite headlands

Esperance is a perfect place to slow down and reap the rewards of all the driving you've done!

Accommodation options:

• Beachfront caravan parks

• Holiday units and motels

• Campgrounds within national parks

Follow WA’s stunning southern coastline toward the finish.

Things to see & do:

• Fitzgerald River National Park

• Albany’s dramatic coastline

• Denmark and the Valley of the Giants

• Wine, forests and beaches in Margaret River

End your journey in Perth with a sunset over the Indian Ocean.

This is a long and remote journey so planning matters.

• Fill up with fuel at every roadhouse

• Carry extra water at all times

• Download offline maps and music

• Avoid driving at night due to wildlife

• Check tyres, oil and coolant regularly

• Let someone know your route and schedule

• Stick to your relocation vehicle timeframe

If you want space, freedom, and unforgettable scenery, this road trip delivers it all. You can find our $1/day Adelaide to Perth listings here.