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Transport options.

Broken Hill sits deep in the outback, but it is easier to reach than you might think. Drive, fly, hop on a train or a coach, then let the Transfer Bus take care of the last leg.

The road to the Mundi Mundi Plains
By car

The road to Broken Hill.

Broken Hill is reachable by 2WD on sealed roads, and the road to Mundiville is sealed all the way too. Avoid driving at dusk or dawn, when wildlife is most active, and check road conditions after any rain.

Adelaide
520kmAbout 5.5 hours
Melbourne
830kmAbout 8 to 9 hours
Canberra
1,090kmAbout 11 hours
Sydney
1,150kmAbout 2 days, split the drive
Brisbane
1,530kmAbout 2 big days
Perth
2,800kmMultiple days
Hobart
Via MelbourneFerry across Bass Strait, then drive
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Without the long drive

Fly, ride or roll in.

By airBroken Hill Airport (BHQ) is about 5km from town, with taxis and rideshare on hand. Rex flies from Sydney, Adelaide and Dubbo, and Qantas flies from Sydney. Sydney is about 2 hours in the air, Adelaide under an hour.Book Rex
By trainNSW TrainLink runs Sydney Central to Broken Hill twice a week, about 13 hours each way. Fares are roughly $55 to $110. Seats can be booked up to 180 days ahead, or call 13 22 32.Book the train
By coachNSW TrainLink coaches run Adelaide to Broken Hill four times a week, about 6.5 hours. Fares are roughly $26 to $40, leaving from Adelaide Central Bus Station on Franklin Street.Book the coach

Timetables and fares can change, so check with each operator before you book. Coming from Melbourne or Brisbane? Fly or drive to Adelaide or Sydney first, then connect. Travelling in August? Book early, as flights, seats and beds in Broken Hill go quickly.

Mundiville during the Bash
The last leg

Transfer Bus.

Staying in Broken Hill? The Transfer Bus runs between town and Mundiville on concert days, so you can leave the driving to someone else. Pricing and the 2027 timetable will be available closer to the event.

Route
Broken Hill and MundivilleAbout 38km each way
When
Concert daysThursday 19 to Saturday 21 August 2027
Tickets
On sale around late JuneCapacity is limited, so pre-book
Transfer Bus details
Broken Hill to Mundiville

Pick your ride to the Plains.

Drive yourselfMundiville is 38km from Broken Hill on sealed road, about 40 minutes. Fill up in town, as there is no fuel on the way. Read Getting there for the full drive.
Day trippingStaying in town? Day trippers who drive in need a Vehicle Entry Pass - Day Parking from Wednesday for every car. See Day tripping.
Tour packagesLet someone else handle the logistics. Transfer and camping packages run through Overland Adventures. See Tour packages.
Frequently asked

Transport FAQs.

It depends where you are coming from. Most Bashers drive, and Adelaide is the closest capital at about 5.5 hours. From Sydney or further away, flying into Broken Hill is the quickest option. Trains and coaches also run, so check each option on this page.

No. The road from Broken Hill to Mundiville is sealed, so a regular 2WD car is fine, and it suits caravans and camper trailers too. See Getting there for the full drive.

Mundiville is 38km from Broken Hill, about a 40 minute drive. You can drive yourself, take the Transfer Bus, or book a transfer and camping package through Tour packages.

Yes. Every car that parks at Mundiville needs a pass. Day trippers buy the Vehicle Entry Pass - Day Parking from Wednesday, one per vehicle. See Day tripping for how it works.

Yes. NSW TrainLink runs a service from Sydney Central to Broken Hill twice a week, and the trip takes about 13 hours. Seats can be booked up to 180 days ahead, so lock yours in early. Timetables and fares can change, so check with NSW TrainLink before you book.

Transfer Bus tickets go on sale around late June 2027. Capacity is limited and pre-booking is essential. The 2027 timetable and prices will be available closer to the event. See the Transfer Bus page.

Broken Hill fills up fast during the Bash, so book your bed early. See the accommodation options, or the Racecourse camping if town is booked out.

19 to 21 August 2027 · Mundi Mundi Plains · Broken Hill NSW

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