The Ghan • Adelaide to Alice Springs
2 Day Rail Journey – from £989
Adelaide | Marla | Alice Springs
Sit back and travel in style as you journey on board the Ghan from South Australia’s capital to the iconic Red Centre.
- Travel through the stunning Flinders Ranges in South Australia
- Enjoy a night cap in the Lounge Car as Australia’s Red Centre unfolds
- Watch the sunrise over the Outback in Marla
- Enjoy first class dining, with a locally inspired menu and all-inclusive drinks
- Book with flights as part of a complete Australia rail holiday
Your Ghan Rail Journey
All aboard The Ghan, for a luxurious journey from the ‘garden city’ of Adelaide to Alice Springs, in the heart of Australia’s Red Centre.
Journey Description
The moment you step on board the Ghan you are whisked away to an era of pioneering travel. Settle into your private cabin as the train starts its incredible journey north.
Meet fellow travellers in the Explorers Lounge, before enjoying a three course regionally inspired dinner in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant.
Wake up early to watch the sun rise over the desert – with a chance to disembark the train for this special experience at Marla.
Brunch is served on board, soon after which you cross the state border into the Northern Territory. The Ghan then continues to meander through the MacDonnell Ranges and arrives at Alice Springs when your journey ends in the early afternoon.
Choose Your Cabin (Gold, Premium or Platinum)
A choice of Gold or Platinum Service is available on The Ghan train between Adelaide and Alice Springs.
Gold Service
- A private single or twin cabin with comfortable seating that converts into a single, or upper and lower berth at night
- Ensuite facilities in twin cabins, shared facilities for single cabins
- Large window
- All-inclusive dining in the Queen Adelaide Restaurant
- Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
- 60 kg luggage allowance per guest
Gold Premium (departing Adelaide on Sunday only)
- Newly designed, contemporary cabins
- Exclusive access to Gold Premium Lounge
- Exclusive access to the Gold Premium dining carriage
- Two-course lunches and four-course dinners
- Preferences on off-train tour selections
- 75kg luggage allowance per guest
- Priority luggage check-in
- Welcome drink served in cabin
- Enhanced inclusive drinks package
- Enhanced turndown service including nightcap and premium sleep pack
Upgrade to Gold Premium from £200
Platinum Service
- A stylishly appointed cabin that converts from a private lounge by day, to a comfortable bedroom by night, with a double bed or twin beds
- Expansive windows on either side of the train
- Full size ensuite shower room
- All-inclusive dining in the exclusive Platinum Club Car
- Beverages, including Australian wines, beers and spirits
- 90 kg luggage allowance per guest
- Hotel or airport transfers at the start and end of your rail journey, up to 60 km from the rail terminal
Upgrade to Platinum Service from £695
2025 & 2026 Departure Timetable
The Ghan Adelaide to Alice Springs train is scheduled to operate in 2025 and 2026, from March to November, with an additional service in April to October
March to November:
- Sunday 12:15 – Depart Adelaide
- Monday morning – Marla Experience
- Monday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
April to October:
- Wednesday 12:10 – Depart Adelaide
- Thursday morning – Marla Experience
- Thursday 13:45 – Arrive Alice Springs
The reverse journey, from Alice Springs to Adelaide departs on a Thursday in March and November.
Route Map
Rail Journeys, Flights & More
With FREEDOM, you can book everything you need for your Australia rail holiday in one place; Ghan and Indian Pacific train journeys, flights, hotels, tours and more.
Please note, advanced booking is highly recommended. Both Gold and Platinum cabins regularly sell out.
The Ghan • Adelaide to Alice Springs
2 Day Rail Journey – from £989
Include this 2 Day Rail Journey in an Australia holiday designed for you2024 itinerary shown. Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a cabin.
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